Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

£39
average price
4,060
driving schools
11,374
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom

Showing 1,5211,540 of 4,060
Drive Confident Driving

Drive Confident Driving

4.7(109)
From £42/hr10hrs for £410Save £10

Intensive course specialists with flexible options ranging from 12 to 38 hours, all including test fees and home/work pickup. £42/hour for standard lessons or £410 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus courses also available at £330.

AutomaticIntensive
10 Chatsworth Ave, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 2UQView school
Anglia School of Motoring

Anglia School of Motoring

4.7(97)
From £38/hr

Grade A instructors with over 35 years of combined experience, backed by 4.7-star reviews on Google with multiple first-time pass testimonials. £38 per hour for manual lessons, or £85 for 2-hour sessions; motorway lessons available at £85 for 2 hours. Founded in 1986, this family-run school picks you up and drops you off at your chosen location, with Pass Plus courses also available.

ManualFemale Instructors
76 All Saints Way, West Bromwich B71 1REView school
1st Mile Automatic Driving Tuition

1st Mile Automatic Driving Tuition

4.7(90)
From £40/hrBlock bookings available

Specialising in automatic driving lessons since 2005, Vladimir brings 20 years of experience and a calm, structured approach tailored to your learning style. Rated 4.7 on Google with 90 reviews, 90-minute lessons are £60 weekdays or £65 evenings/weekends (equivalent to £40–£43 per hour), with discounted block bookings available.

EveningsWeekendsAutomatic
12 Wensum Valley Cl, Norwich NR6 5DJView school
Learn Driving UK

Learn Driving UK

4.7(84)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Multi-location school with an impressive 4.97 average rating across 1,418 reviews. Lessons start from £35/hour with 10-hour block deals at £330, and mock tests available at select locations. Focus on building safe, confident drivers rather than just test passes, with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour lesson slots and a 48-hour cancellation policy.

ManualAutomatic
Harrogate HG2 0QHView school
Pass Faster

Pass Faster

4.7(77)
From £25/hr10hrs for £645

Specialising in intensive driving courses across the UK, Pass Faster guarantees a practical test within 4 weeks and theory test within 2 weeks—often as early as next week. Courses start from £250 (10 hours at £64.50/hour) with free home or work pickup, flexible scheduling from one week to three months, and payment plans available through Klarna and ClearPay. Nervous drivers and those seeking motorway tuition benefit from their focus on building confidence alongside test preparation.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
90 Victoria Ave E, Blackley, Manchester M9 6HFView school
Go For It Driving School

Go For It Driving School

4.7(70)
From £37/hr10hrs for £360Save £10

528 five-star reviews highlight instructors like Suhur Ahmed and Tanvir, praised for patience, clear explanations, and building confident drivers rather than just test-passers. Manual lessons from £37/hour (£36 for students) or £360 for 10-hour blocks; automatic from £39/hour with 10-hour blocks at £380. New learners get 3 free hours when purchasing the first 3.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
5 Vernon Dr, Chapeltown, Sheffield S35 2XYView school
The Driving School South West

The Driving School South West

4.7(67)
From £44/hr3hrs for £126Save £6

£44 per hour or block deals from £126 for 3 hours, with intensive courses and Pass Plus training also available. Flexible options across both manual and automatic lessons mean you can choose the pace and transmission type that suits your learning style.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
32 St. Marys Park, Paignton TQ4 7DBView school
Paul's Automatic Driving School

Paul's Automatic Driving School

4.7(67)
From £50/hr10hrs for £480Save £20

Specialising in automatic driving lessons since 2010, Paul offers flexible pay-as-you-go or block booking options at £50/hour, with a 10-hour block at £480 representing the best value. Test day car hire is available for £100 (tests after 10am), and refresher lessons at £60/hour cater to drivers switching from manual or rebuilding confidence after a break.

AutomaticTest car available
201 Paddock Rd, Basingstoke RG22 6QGView school
Naz Driving School

Naz Driving School

4.7(66)
From £35/hr10hrs for £375

4.5-star rated instructor with 2,564 reviews, offering manual lessons at £35/hour for first-time learners (10-hour block at £375) or £40/hour for experienced drivers. Motorway and test preparation lessons also available, with intro lessons exclusive to new students.

Manual
19 Blackberry Terrace, Southampton SO14 0EEView school
Cherry Driving School

Cherry Driving School

4.7(62)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Established over 30 years ago, this school offers flexible lessons tailored to your learning style with both male and female instructors available. Pay as you go at £40/hour or save with a 10-hour block at £380, plus an introductory offer of £75 for your first two hours. They also provide test rescue mini courses, refresher lessons, theory support, and Pass Plus training for post-test drivers.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
33 Minster Dr, Cherry Willingham, Lincoln LN3 4LRView school
G's Driving School

G's Driving School

4.7(61)
From £36/hr20hrs for £700Save £20

Registered since 2006 with consistently high first-time pass rates, this instructor knows every local test route and DVSA centre across the area. Lessons at £36–£38 per hour, or save with block deals from £176 for 5 hours up to £700 for 20 hours; students get £35/hour. Free theory test support and Pass Plus courses (from £235) are included, plus a test day package at £95–£105.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
22 Acfold Rd, Birmingham B20 1HDView school
A P Driving School

A P Driving School

4.7(59)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Over 10 years' experience with a patient, understanding instructor who focuses on building confidence for test day. £40 per lesson or £375 for 10 lessons, with test car hire available at £95 plus a 1-hour lesson.

ManualAutomaticTest car available
115 Halfway St, Sidcup DA15 8BYView school
YOLO Motoring Academy

YOLO Motoring Academy

4.7(59)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Block booking discounts available with manual lessons from £37/hour or £350 for 10 hours, and automatic lessons from £40/hour. Motorway training, Pass Plus courses, and mock tests on request, with a focus on understanding the 'what, when, and why' behind safe driving decisions.

ManualAutomatic
27 Runnymede, Ryhope Colliery, Sunderland SR2 0BJView school
Nida's Driving School

Nida's Driving School

4.7(53)89% pass rate
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

89% pass rate—significantly above the national average of 48%. Single lessons from £35/hour or 10-hour blocks from £330, with intensive courses ranging from 5 to 45 hours (£515–£2,335). Patient, supportive instructors focus on building confidence and safe driving habits through calm, professional instruction.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
Stockport Road Manchester, Stockport Rd, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 2RFView school
Karl's Driving School

Karl's Driving School

4.7(52)
From £25/hr10hrs for £220Save £30

Established for over 30 years with more than 1,000 test passes, Karl's Driving School combines patient instruction with a relaxed learning environment designed to build confidence quickly. Manual lessons from £25/hour or £220 for a 10-hour block; automatic from £45/hour with intensive courses starting at £199 for 9 hours. No extra charges for evening or weekend lessons, and a discounted first lesson at £30 for 2 hours.

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8 Calcott Dr, Kettering NN15 5XDView school
Aspiration Driving School

Aspiration Driving School

4.7(47)
From £40/hr10hrs for £369Save £31

Independent school focused on high pass rates through quality tuition rather than volume, meaning no wasted test attempts or unnecessary lessons. £40/hour or £369 for the first 10 hours, with block deals up to 30 hours at £1,049. Backed by a unique triple warranty including a free refresher lesson within two years of passing, a money-back guarantee, and a Pass Promise for nervous drivers.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
29 Ascot Cl, Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne NE28 9QXView school
Driving School Wirral

Driving School Wirral

4.7(44)90% pass rate
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

90% of business comes from recommendations, reflecting excellent pass rates and a team trained to exacting standards. Owner Carol Hetherington is an instructor trainer with over 10 years' experience; the school also includes Caitlin Godfrey, an instructor trainer specialising in learners with specific learning needs. Double lessons cost £76–£80, or save with a 5-lesson block package at £360–£380; evening and weekend lessons incur a £2 surcharge.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticFemale Instructors
Unit 12, Start Yard, 108 Church St, Birkenhead CH41 5JAView school
Andrew Usher Driving School

Andrew Usher Driving School

4.7(43)
From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

Grade A instructor with 20 years' experience and over 35,000 hours of logged instruction time, known for client-centred learning that builds confidence in new and inexperienced drivers. £39/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with student and NHS discounts at £37/hour; intensive courses available over 2-30 days depending on experience level.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
1st Floor, Belsyre Court, 57 Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 6HJView school
Bob's Safe Drive

Bob's Safe Drive

4.7(40)
From £35/hr10hrs for £320Save £30

Consistently praised for building confidence and helping students pass first time, with dozens of five-star reviews highlighting Bob's patient, friendly teaching style and deep knowledge of local test routes. £35/hour with block deals from £320 for 10 lessons up to £870 for 30 lessons, plus Pass Plus courses available at £350.

ManualEveningsWeekends
26 Haywood Cres, Norton, Windmill Hill, Runcorn WA7 6NBView school
Apex Driver Training

Apex Driver Training

4.7(39)
From £40/hr

All instructors bring over 10 years of experience each, with a focus on producing some of the highest pass rates in the city through personalized one-on-one tuition. Pay-as-you-go lessons start at £40/hour for manual or £45/hour for automatic, with 1.5-hour and 2-hour options available at £60/£70 and £80/£90 respectively. Intensive courses and refresher lessons also available.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
Hannahstown Hill Business Park, Hannahstown, Belfast BT17 0LTView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in United Kingdom?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
42
£30–35
151
£35–40
688
£40–45
715
£45–50
264
£50–55
68
£55+
20

Based on prices from 1948 driving schools in United Kingdom.

Intensive courses in United Kingdom

Want to pass fast?

1,632 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates

Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25. 1 nearby test centre.

46%

Rugby

7,174 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic39.1%

Areas in the United Kingdom