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.

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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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Jon Reynolds Driver Training

Jon Reynolds Driver Training

Manual

4.8(36)
From £50/hr

£50/hour with Pass Plus courses available at £300 (or £225 for Winchester residents with Hampshire County Council funding). Jon Reynolds also offers full-day driver training at Dunsfold Park for learners seeking intensive preparation.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
83 Westman Rd, Winchester SO22 6DXView school
Pass With Andrew Driving School

Pass With Andrew Driving School

Manual

4.8(27)
From £42/hr

Grade A instructor with a proven track record of high first-time pass rates and local test route knowledge to help you avoid common pitfalls on test day. Lessons from £65 for 1.5 hours or £84 for 2 hours, with a comprehensive test day package at £105 including pre-test practice and car use. Free access to Theory Test Pro e-learning is included with your lessons.

IntensiveTest car available
72 Redhill Dr, Bournemouth BH10 6ANView school
RAS Driving School

RAS Driving School

Automatic

4.8(26)
From £32.50/hrBlock bookings available

Patient instructor known for analytical teaching and first-time pass success, with multiple five-star reviews praising his attention to detail and ability to correct mistakes through repetition. £32.50 per 45-minute lesson (2 lessons for £65), plus a Celebrity Course at £2,950 offering unlimited automatic lessons with a guaranteed pass. Free mock theory and hazard perception test support included.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Speaks Polish
40 Sandfields Rd, St. Neots PE19 1PDView school
Stu Green Driving Instructor

Stu Green Driving Instructor

Automatic

4.8(26)
From £36/hr10hrs for £340Save £20

Specialising in automatic driving lessons with a focus on modern coaching methods and structured learning. £36/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour lesson options available. Based locally for 20 years with deep knowledge of the area, Stu builds confidence through patient, friendly instruction tailored to your pace.

82 Welsby Cl, Fearnhead, Warrington WA2 0DPView school
Timba Automatic Driving School

Timba Automatic Driving School

Automatic

4.8(25)
From £40/hr

Three years of specialising in automatic driving lessons with a focus on nervous and beginner drivers. £40 per hour with a 2-hour minimum booking, plus intensive courses available to get test-ready in 1-2 weeks. Recent student testimonials highlight first-time passes and confidence-building instruction.

Intensive
13 Belgrave St, Swindon SN1 3HRView school
Noble Driving Academy

Noble Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

4.8(25)
From £35/hrBlock bookings available

Standard hourly lessons at £35 for manual or automatic, with intensive courses from £40/hour and Pass Plus courses also available. Flexible scheduling across weekdays, weekends, and evenings (9am–8pm weekdays, 10am–6pm weekends) means fitting lessons around your routine is straightforward. The school emphasizes a high first-time pass rate and personalized instruction tailored to nervous drivers, refresher learners, and those preparing for motorway or test-day driving.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
25 Milwain Dr, Heaton Chapel, Stockport SK4 5ATView school
Robredz IN GEAR Driving School

Robredz IN GEAR Driving School

Manual

4.8(24)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

Known for helping nervous learners regain confidence after bad experiences, with multiple reviews praising patience and thoroughness. £35/hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £70 and flexible packages from 5 to 20 hours. Several students report first-time passes and quick progression within weeks.

143 Durham Rd, Sunderland SR3 4ALView school
The Edinburgh Driving School

The Edinburgh Driving School

Manual

4.8(23)
From £45/hr10hrs for £445Save £5

Operating since 2007 with thousands of learner drivers taught and 5-star Google reviews to show for it. Two-hour lessons at £90 (£95 evenings/weekends), or save with 10-hour blocks at £445 and 20-hour blocks at £880. A small independent school focused on making driving lessons enjoyable while building safe, confident drivers.

EveningsWeekends
68, 1 Salamander St, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7JYView school
Arrow Driving School

Arrow Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8(22)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

One of the Isle of Wight's most experienced instructors since 2004, Stephen specialises in nervous drivers, those returning to driving, and learners with English as a second language. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with structured courses from £640 (Bronze, 15 hours plus test fee) up to £1,565 (Two week pass, 40 hours plus test fee).

IntensiveTest car available
7, Forest Court, Forest Way, Sandown PO36 0JLView school
Shane & Jesse's Driving School

Shane & Jesse's Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8(22)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Manual lessons at £35/hour or £340 for 10 hours; automatic lessons at £55 per 1.5 hours or £430 for 10 hours, with 20-hour blocks also available. Patient instructors focus on building real-world driving confidence, not just test passes, backed by hundreds of successful learners.

8 Bodtegwel Ter, St George, Abergele LL22 9BHView school
U-Drive School of Motoring

U-Drive School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.8(21)
From £32/hr10hrs for £180Save £140

Established since 2007 with a strong reputation for successful pass rates across the Rochdale Borough area. Lessons start from £32/hour with a 10-hour block deal at £180 (2-hour lessons only), plus a free first lesson when you block book in advance. Lessons available in English, Urdu, and Punjabi, with student discounts and PassPlus courses also on offer.

Female Instructors
Speaks Urdu, Punjabi
6 Birkdale Rd, Rochdale OL16 4XEView school
Arch Driver Coaching

Arch Driver Coaching

Manual

4.8(21)
From £40/hr

Client-centred coaching approach with dash cam playback for self-analysis and reflection, designed to build thinking drivers rather than just test passers. £40/hour, £60 for 1.5 hours, or £80 for 2-hour lessons, with free Theory Test Pro access and a learner app to track progress. Multiple five-star reviews highlight Aris's patience, methodical teaching style, and ability to build confidence on the road.

22 Monart Rd, Perth PH1 5UQView school
LEAP Driving School

LEAP Driving School

Manual

4.8(20)
From £49/hr10hrs for £480Save £10

Operating since 2004 with a very good pass rate and a calm, patient approach that welcomes nervous pupils. Lessons start at £49/hour with flexible options including 1.5 and 2-hour sessions, plus a 10-hour block at £480. Test day car use is available at £98 for a 2-hour lesson, alongside motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
Avon, 64 Riverside Way, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3TFView school
Selly Oak Driving School

Selly Oak Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8(20)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

Established in 1987 with over 30 years' experience, this school specialises in automatic driving lessons and intensive courses designed to get you test-ready in as little as one week. Standard lessons are £36/hour, with block deals from £350 for 10 lessons up to £850 for 25 lessons, plus intensive options ranging from £884 to £1900 depending on your experience level and pace. Particularly experienced with foreign students and medical staff, offering student discounts and flexible scheduling to suit shift patterns.

Intensive
Appartment 16, 3 Union Pl, Birmingham B29 7NFView school
James Driver Training

James Driver Training

Manual

4.8(20)
From £38/hr

Grade A instructor since 2006 using structured progress packs to track your development across focused topics, keeping lessons efficient and targeted toward test readiness. Lessons are £38/hour with flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots, plus in-car video feedback and mock tests to build confidence before your practical. Motorway training and refresher courses also available at £43/hour.

8 Petrel Cl, Droylsden, Manchester M43 7TEView school
Village S.O.M

Village S.O.M

Manual

4.8(19)
From £40/hr10hrs for £360Save £40

You'll be driving from your first lesson rather than sitting at the roadside, with lesson plans tailored to your individual needs. £40 per hour for single lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block booking, plus intensive courses available on request. Pass Plus and motorway lessons also offered.

Intensive
7 Goodmanham Way, Cottingham HU16 5LJView school
CSL Driving School

CSL Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.8(18)
From £30/hr10hrs for £280Save £20

£30 per hour with £20 off a 10-lesson block, plus £5 off your first lesson. Peter Hancock brings 10 years of instruction experience and a patient, flexible approach, teaching in either a new manual Renault Clio or automatic Citroën C1, both fitted with dual controls. Pass Plus courses are also available for new drivers looking to build confidence and safer driving habits.

74 Mallory Rd, Bishop's Tachbrook, Leamington Spa CV33 9QYView school
U Drive Driving School

U Drive Driving School

Manual

4.8(18)
From £46/hr

Independent instructor with a track record of first-time passes, including multiple five-star reviews praising patience and clear instruction. Lessons tailored to individual pace and ability, priced at £46/hour for 1.5 hours or £46/hour for 2-hour sessions.

60 Sutherland Way, Livingston EH54 8HUView school
DLN Driving School

DLN Driving School

Manual

4.8(18)
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

13+ years of teaching experience with an excellent pass rate. Lessons at £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with test day car usage available for £90. Patient and calm instruction tailored to individual learning styles.

Female InstructorsTest car available
65 Peacock Cres, Clifton, Nottingham NG11 8ELView school
Paul Dawson School of Motoring

Paul Dawson School of Motoring

Automatic

4.8(16)
10hrs for £380

Independent instructor since 2024 with 14+ years' experience training under BSM and the AA. Specialises in automatic lessons in a new electric car, with a 10-hour block deal at £380 and semi-intensive courses available. Also offers Pass Plus courses, motorway training, and advanced test preparation (IAM and RoSPA Gold).

Intensive
23 Edinburgh Rd, Chesterton, Cambridge CB4 1QRView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£40
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
56
£30–35
198
£35–40
743
£40–45
741
£45–50
262
£50–55
55
£55+
21

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.

51%

Rugby

6,664 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate54.7%
Automatic pass rate43.7%

Areas in the United Kingdom