Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
- £39
- average price
- 4,060
- driving schools
- 11,374
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
McBride Driving Tuition
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 schools and instructors in United Kingdom
Cedar School of Motoring
80% satisfaction rate across 80,000+ enrolled students with 80+ instructors on staff. £40 per hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with mock tests, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses also available to build confidence beyond the basics.
CC Driving School
£42/hour for standard lessons, or £40/hour as part of a 10-hour package (£400). Director Christopher Calvert leads a team known for high first-time pass rates and a patient, adaptable teaching style that works with learners of all ages and backgrounds. Pass Plus courses also available to reduce insurance premiums after passing.
Famous Driving School
Friendly, patient instructors with a focus on nervous drivers and those needing extra support. £37/hour or block deals from £240 for 6 hours up to £1,440 for 40 hours, plus student discounts and referral rewards. Pass Plus courses also available, with no hidden charges or late cancellation fees.
easy pass
Established in 2006 with over 16 years of teaching experience and a high pass rate. Lessons are in a brand new manual Volkswagen Golf, with pricing at £38/hour or block deals from £360 for 10 lessons and £660 for 20 lessons. First-time learners get four beginner lessons for £132, plus Pass Plus courses available at £250 for a minimum of 6 hours.
Only Essex Driving School
Some instructors bring over 20 years of teaching experience, with many trained in-house by expert instructor trainers to guarantee consistent quality. Lessons cost £40/hour or £360 for your first 10-hour block (then £370 for subsequent blocks), with flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots. Use the school's car for your test for £100, or book a short-notice test package with car hire and a pre-test lesson for £300.
Queens Park Driving School
Competitive pricing with an introductory offer of £80 for the first two hours, then £45/hour pay-as-you-go or £410 for a 10-hour block (£41/hour). Motorway lessons and Pass Plus courses also available, plus free access to Theory Test Pro mock exams and hazard perception practice. Patient approach catering to nervous and mature drivers, with lessons tailored to individual pace.
Cavendish Driving School
21 years of experience teaching with traditional methods, no reversing on mirrors or car marks. Lessons at £31/hour (manual) or £32/hour (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £295 and £300 respectively, plus dual carriageway, eco-driving, rural and night driving all included so no extra tuition needed after passing. Test bookings available for local centres at £80, or £130 for early morning slots.
Earlsfield School of Motoring
Over 30 years in business with instructors Darren and Sarah earning consistent five-star reviews for their patience with nervous drivers. Standard lessons from £45/hour, or book 10 and get 1 free; test car hire from £135 (manual) or £142.50 (automatic) includes 1 hour pre-test tuition. Free home and work pick-ups, motorway lessons, and intensive courses available to suit your timeline.
ASM School of Motoring
With 10+ years' experience, instructor Ajmal Shah focuses on relaxed, friendly tuition for nervous learners and those brushing up their skills. Manual lessons start at £35/hour or £330 for 10 hours; automatic at £40/hour or £370 for 10 hours. New learners get a special offer: first 5 hours for £150 (manual) or £175 (automatic), plus Pass Plus and motorway courses available.
Driving Genius
Over 10 years of professional instruction with an excellent first-time pass rate. £38/hour for both manual and automatic lessons, with block discounts available for learners booking multiple hours. Intensive courses (2-5 weeks) are customized to individual needs, plus Pass Plus and theory test preparation also on offer.
Round The Bend Driving School
A team of 16 experienced instructors with the most seasoned having 27+ years on the road, all based locally in Brighton, Hove, and Mid Sussex. £46/hour for manual lessons or £44/hour in a 10-hour block (£440), with automatic lessons at £45/hour or £43.50/hour for 10 hours (£435). Every lesson is tailored to how you learn best, and Pass Plus courses are also available.
Kings Driving School
£45/hour (£438 for 10 hours, £855 for 20 hours with advance payment discounts), plus £180 to use the school's car on test day. Mock tests, motorway tuition, and Pass Plus courses available, with refresher lessons for nervous or returning drivers. Family-owned school praised for gentle, friendly instruction across all experience levels.
Go 2 Pass
Over 1,000 first-time test passes with an 80% pass rate across practical and theory tests. Standard lessons at £32/hour, or £24/hour for new learners taking the first 10 hours for £240 (manual) or £380 (automatic). Free theory training included with all bookings, plus intensive courses available for those needing to pass quickly.
SUX-S Driving School
SUX-S specialises in patient instruction for nervous and beginner drivers, with instructors who know Bradford test routes inside out. Lessons start at £35/hour (£28 for students and under-21s), with package deals from £300 for 10 hours up to £990 for 30 hours; once purchased, package prices are fixed for life. Price matching is available when upgrading to a larger package, and intensive courses can be tailored to your timeline.
Ian's School of Motoring
Ian's School of Motoring offers car driving lessons at £45/hour, with block deals available: 5 lessons for £225 or 11 lessons for £450. The school also provides HGV training, motorcycle instruction, B+E trailer courses, and caravan lessons across multiple locations.
Pass with Perrys
£40 per hour for 2-hour lessons (£80 per session) or £39 per hour in a 10-hour block at £390, with test car use at £120. Established in 1990 with Grade A instructors, this school has helped hundreds of learners pass their test, many on the first attempt. Structured lessons cover the full syllabus while keeping sessions enjoyable, plus Pass Plus and advanced driving courses available after you pass.
Solway Driver Training
Denis brings decades of experience across cars, trailers, and motorbikes to this Cumbria-based school, with a track record of training many learners to test standard. Lessons in automatic cars cost £40 per hour, £60 for 1.5 hours, or £420 for an 11-hour block. Patient and enthusiastic instruction focused on safe driving for life, not just passing the test.
Accelerate Driving Tuition
16 years' experience coaching learners through East Kilbride's notoriously roundabout-heavy roads, with instructors committed to honest feedback and first-time passes. £42/hour or £400 for 10 hours; automatic lessons at £45/hour or £430 for 10 hours. Semi-intensive and full intensive courses available, plus Pass Plus and motorway lessons.
Really Good Driving School Glasgow
Instructors graded within the top 8% in the UK, with the principal holding Grade 6 (achieved by fewer than 6% of UK driving instructors) and a 32-year track record on staff. £45 per hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available and student discounts on offer. You'll have the same instructor throughout your course, ensuring consistent progress and a tailored lesson plan.
United Driving Tuition
Established in 1995 with a high first-time pass rate backed by official figures. £38.50 per hour for standard lessons, £37.50 per hour for 10-hour blocks, or intensive courses from £375 (10 hours) to £1,425 (40 hours) with 100% in-car tuition and the same instructor throughout. Every intensive course includes a free mock test and theory training if needed.
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 £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
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.
Rugby
7,174 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby | 47.9% | 44.7% | 39.1% | 46.0% | 7,174 |