Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
Our directory lists 4,047 driving schools and 11,256 independent driving instructors nationwide. Driving lesson prices range widely, from £14 to £87 per hour, with an average of £39 where schools publish pricing. Automatic driving lessons are available at 1,722 schools, and there are 2,546 independent female driving instructors along with 765 schools that offer female driving instructors. Over 1,600 schools provide intensive courses if you're looking to pass quickly.
- £39
- average price
- 4,047
- driving schools
- 11,254
- independent instructors
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- test centre
Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
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Sue D'Vaz Driving School
Cheapest manual driving school in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in United Kingdom.
Driving lessons in United Kingdom
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Dans School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
15 years of professional bus and coach driving experience, now teaching safe, practical driving rather than test-focused lessons. £42/hour for manual or £47/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £390 (manual) or £440 (automatic). Intensive courses from £542 to £2,312 include test car usage and weekday test fees.
Life Skills Driving School
Manual
Instructor with 15 years of motor racing experience and advanced driver qualification from the Institute of Advanced Motorists, now teaching at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Standard 2-hour lessons at £40/hour (£80 per session), with 10-hour blocks at £380 and 20-hour blocks at £750; specialist motorway sessions also available at £90 for 2 hours. Emphasis on real-world road variety and safety preparation, particularly for young drivers.
Aumdrivingschool
Manual
Known for a calm, patient teaching style that puts nervous learners at ease quickly. £35/hour for standard lessons or £65 for 2-hour sessions; new customers get 10 hours for £315 (normally £325). Test day car hire is £110 including pre-test tuition, vehicle loan with insurance, and debrief.
The Edwards Driving School
Manual
85% pass rate in 2020, significantly above the local test centre average of 62%. Lessons at £40/hour with a relaxed, patient teaching style that treats mistakes as learning opportunities. Available 7 days a week whenever daylight permits, making it easy to fit lessons around your schedule.
Youngs Driving Excellence
Manual
Grade A instructor with 14 years' experience, known for a patient, relaxed teaching style that builds confidence in nervous learners. Lessons at £43/hour, £64 for 1.5 hours, or £86 for 2 hours, with intensive courses available on request. Pass Plus and motorway lessons also offered for newly qualified drivers.
Automatic Annie Driving School
Automatic
Grade A female instructor with over 20 years' teaching experience, established since 2000 and known for exceptional customer satisfaction. Two-hour lessons at £90, with Pass Plus courses (6 hours, £290) and motorway lessons (£100) also available. Home pick-up and drop-off included, with flexible scheduling tailored to each learner's pace and goals.
Drive 4 Pass
Manual and automatic
£35/hour or £300 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £65 to accelerate progress. Blue light and student discounts available (£5 off 2-hour lessons). Multi-award-winning school emphasizing faster learning through longer lessons and tailored instruction for each learner.
Durham Driving School
Manual
Experienced instructors with a high pass rate deliver personalised tuition tailored to each learner's needs. £35/hour for 2-hour lessons, or save with block deals starting at £350 for 10 hours. Flexible scheduling around work and college, plus a free app to track progress and manage bookings.
Confidence School of Motoring
Manual
£37 per hour on weekdays or £365 for a 10-hour block, with weekend lessons at £40/hour. Over 22 years' experience with a 99% satisfaction rate and 2,800+ learners trained, this school focuses on building genuine road confidence through patient, one-to-one instruction at a pace that suits you.
Genesis School of Motoring
Manual
Grade B instructor with 17+ years' experience and a 4.9 Google rating, specialising in manual lessons for beginners and nervous drivers. Lessons from £30 per hour, or £300 for a 10-hour block package (saving £50). Immediate starts available with a high first-time pass rate.
AJ's Driving Academy
Manual
Single instructor school focused on keeping learners calm and confident throughout their lessons. £40/hour for standard lessons, or £80 for double lessons (marked as most popular), with block deals from £230 for 6 hours up to £750 for 20 hours. Intensive courses available for those looking to pass quickly.

Bexley Driving Academy
Manual
A high first-time pass rate school with a patient, friendly instructor known for a fresh coaching approach and tailored support. Standard lessons are £40/hour or £58 for 90 minutes, with a 10-hour block at £380, intensive courses from 10 to 40 hours (£950–£2,600) include fast-tracked test booking on the final day.
Drivewise School of Motoring
Manual
19 years' experience with a high pass rate and Pass Plus approval. £35/hour in Zone 1 with a price lock guarantee until you pass, or £340 for a 10-hour block. Lessons in a clean, modern car with dual controls, theory test prep included, and local knowledge of test routes.
OMARI Automatic Driving School
Automatic
Automatic-only driving school with flexible block deals ranging from £180 for 5 hours to £1,550 for 50 hours, plus test day car hire at £100. Intensive courses available across 2–8 week options, with home pickups and weekend/evening availability. 24/7 online booking and phone support.
DriveCraft
Manual
DriveCraft stands out for instructors like Bogdan and Chikko, who consistently help learners pass first time with minimal hours (one student passed with zero faults, another in just 30 hours). Reviews highlight their calm, patient approach and ability to transform nervous learners into confident drivers. Lessons start at £40/hour with substantial block discounts: 10 hours for £380, 20 hours for £740, or 40 hours for £1,440.
Richard Perry School of Motoring
Manual
Grade A instructor with 20 years' experience and a 5-star Google rating, known for working particularly well with nervous and unconfident drivers. Lessons at £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses available at £250 to help reduce insurance premiums.
Nolan School of Motoring
Manual
£40/hour or £390 for 10 hours, with a Grade A instructor who spent over a decade as an HGV driver and trainer. All lessons take place in a BMW MINI, and you'll get access to a comprehensive YouTube channel covering test routes, manoeuvres, and theory test prep—past students consistently praise these videos for accelerating their progress. Pass Plus courses available at £250.
Go Driving
Manual
Established over 15 years ago and run by Andrew Lloyd, an ADI with 25+ years' experience and an LGV background. £42/hour or £80 for 2-hour lessons, with 5×2-hour blocks at £390—plus Pass Plus courses from £264. Motorway confidence-building and structured theory tuition included, having trained over 10,000 drivers.
Sophie's Driving Skool
Automatic
94% first-time pass rate—nearly double the national average. Automatic lessons at £42/hour or £400 for 10 hours, with no surcharges for evenings, weekends, or test days. Flexible pickup from home, school, or work, and parents or carers can accompany you.
Eazy Drive School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Led by Imran Zaman with over 15,000 positive reviews, Eazy Drive has built a reputation for high pass rates across thousands of successful learners. Lessons start from £30/hour with flexible scheduling seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, plus home pick-up and drop-off available. Mock tests, theory support, and knowledge of local test routes help you prepare thoroughly for your test.
Block booking
Best block deals in United Kingdom
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £270.
How much do driving lessons cost in United Kingdom?
Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 2076 driving schools in United Kingdom.
Intensive courses in United Kingdom
Want to pass fast?
1,623 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates
Rugby is about as average as a test centre gets. Its pass rate of 51% is right alongside the national figure of 50%, and a typical wait for a test is about 2½ months.