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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The Only Way Is Auto
Automatic
£60 for 1.5-hour lessons or £80 for 2-hour lessons, with 10-hour blocks at £200 and £400 respectively. The only automatic driving school within the M25, run by Graham Watson (an approved instructor for over 12 years who has taught celebrities including Premier League footballers), with an excellent pass rate and one-to-one tuition guaranteed. Test car hire available for £100 including pre-test practice and transport to test centres at Tolworth, Morden, Guildford, and Redhill Aerodrome.
Grand Prix School of Motoring
Manual
First-time pass rates delivered through a tailored training programme with an experienced, friendly instructor. £35 per hour for manual lessons, with block booking options available including Pass Plus and motorway tuition. Comprehensive service covering refresher courses, eco driving, and theory test preparation.
Autolearners
Manual and automatic
Grade A instructor with over 30 years' experience, including training for Swansea City Football Players. £42/hour or £80 for a 2-hour lesson, with a 10-hour block at £385. Price-match guarantee ensures you won't find cheaper rates locally; the school reviews competitors weekly and pledges to beat or match any reputable rival.
Umer Driving School
Manual
£35/hour or £320 for 10 hours, with a 20-hour intensive package at £600. Boasting a 95% pass rate across 200+ students and a 4.8 rating from over 5,000 reviews, this school connects learners with 20+ qualified instructors through an online platform where you can browse profiles, read peer reviews, and switch instructors anytime. Test car hire available for your driving test.
PDS Driving School
Manual
An outstanding 88% pass rate puts this school in the top 5% nationally, significantly above the 44% average. Specialising in manual lessons only, they emphasise the skill and confidence-building that comes with learning clutch control and gear changes. Single lessons at £48/hour, or block deals from £360 for 10 hours (£36/hour) with flexible scheduling and 24-hour cancellation waiver.
Excel Driving School
Manual and automatic
Pass rates 40% above the national average with a first-time pass rate 45% higher than average. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, plus £150 test car hire. Free theory tuition included throughout your course, with instructors holding detailed knowledge of local test routes.
Top Learner
Manual and automatic
£35/hour for automatic or manual lessons, with block deals offering up to 9% savings on 30-hour packages (£960). Test car rental available at £150 for your driving test, plus intensive 12-hour courses at £480 and Pass Plus courses also on offer.
Drive Masters School of Motoring
Manual
Competitive block booking deals at £36/hour for 10-hour packages, with 2-hour lessons available at £75. Test car hire includes a pre-test lesson and insurance for £165, plus Pass Plus courses at £300. One-to-one tuition in modern dual-controlled vehicles with free pick-up service.
Gerald Driver Training
Manual and automatic
Two experienced instructors, Gerald and Zahid, focus on building confident drivers in a calm, supportive environment with dual-control vehicles. Hourly rates start at £46 (£50 after 5pm and weekends), with 1.5-hour and 2-hour options at £69 and £92 respectively; mock tests available for £60 to assess readiness before your test.
M.S Driving School
Automatic
An exceptional first-time pass rate backed by an instructor with extensive knowledge of local test routes. Two-hour lessons at £70, with block deals from £330 for 10 hours up to £1,280 for 40 hours. Calm, patient teaching suited to nervous learners.
Follow Us Driving School
Automatic
57 five-star reviews highlight Jim's patient, methodical teaching style and ability to build confidence from day one. Lessons are 2 hours only at £40/hour, with a selective approach to student intake that prioritises safe, thorough training across country lanes and motorways rather than quick test passes. Using a new Peugeot e208 electric car, this automatic-only school focuses on producing genuinely safe drivers.
East London School of Motoring
Manual
All instructors are blue-badge qualified with no trainees, and the school charges £24.75 per 45-minute lesson (10 lessons for £247.50). Multiple five-star reviews highlight instructor Khan's patient, professional approach and first-time pass results at local test centres. Pass Plus courses are also available from registered instructors.
ILKER Driving School
Manual and automatic
Single-instructor school with consistently five-star reviews from students who passed first time with only minor faults. £40 per hour for standard lessons, or £380 for a 10-hour block; motorway lessons at £50 per hour. Includes realistic mock tests before your actual test day, plus Pass Plus courses and intensive courses available on request.
Metro Drive
Manual and automatic
High first-attempt pass rate with calm, patient instructors who specialise in nervous pupils. £42 per hour with flexible block deals from £84 for 2 hours up to £820 for 20 hours, plus Pass Plus courses available for advanced learners.
Taz Driving School
Manual and automatic
Patient, expert tuition with an excellent pass rate and structured training tailored to nervous learners. £91 for 2-hour lessons, or save with block deals: £440 for 10 hours or £860 for 20 hours. Test car hire available at £160, plus Pass Plus courses (minimum 6 hours, £270) and motorway tuition (2 hours, £95).
Polka Driving School
Automatic
£46/hour for automatic lessons, or £460 for a 10-hour intensive course completed within a week. Test day car hire costs £150 and includes 60 minutes of tuition, insurance, and examiner cover. Mock tests with a 30-minute lesson are available for £150.
IHM Driving School
Manual and automatic
Max delivers structured, tailored lessons covering both Swansea and Llanelli test centre routes to build your confidence before the practical. At £40/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, you get a personal touch from a small, dedicated school with intensive courses available for those aiming to pass quickly.
Fastlanez Driving School
Manual and automatic
Over 1,000 students passed with this school, backed by 5-star Google ratings and instructors familiar with local test routes. Two-hour lessons at £35/hour (pay-as-you-go) or £34/hour in a 10-hour block for £340, plus test day car hire from £150. Specialized support available for international license holders transitioning to a UK licence.
Mill Hill School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Flexible pricing from £40/hour for single lessons or £375 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £75 if you want faster progress. Semi-intensive and one-week intensive courses available, all including test fees and local knowledge of the Mill Hill test centre. Both manual and automatic training vehicles on offer, with personalised lessons designed around your pace.
AMDI Driving School
Manual and automatic
92% first-time pass rate with deep local knowledge of East London's challenging roads, from the Bow Interchange to Olympic Park. £45/hour for daytime lessons or £47.50 for evenings and weekends, with block deals from 6 to 45 hours. Test car hire available at nearby centres (Wanstead, Chingford, Loughton, Barking, Goodmayes, Wood Green, Tottenham, Barnet) including 1-hour warm-up, transport, and post-test feedback.
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.