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
Auto Lessons Preston
10 years' experience teaching all abilities and ages in a Mercedes automatic. Trial lessons from £27/hour, then £32/hour ongoing, with substantial savings on block bookings: 10 hours for £300, 20 hours for £580, or 40 hours for £970 (just £24.25/hour). Friendly, patient instructor focused on making learning fun and easy.
Dracks School of Motoring
Run by Paul Drackett with 32 years' experience, this independent school teaches with a calm, patient approach that suits nervous learners and complete beginners alike. Lessons are £42/hour (full 60 minutes) or book 11 lessons for £442 with the 11th at just £20, plus flexible lesson lengths from 60 to 120 minutes. Theory test prep, Pass Plus courses (£270 for 6 hours), and motorway instruction are all available.
Enable Driving School
Specialises in inclusive driving tuition for learners of all abilities, with particular expertise in teaching those with physical disabilities, learning needs, or emotional support requirements. Instructors have over 25 years combined experience and offer lessons in adapted vehicles, manual, and automatic cars at £45 per hour or £90 for two-hour sessions; block payment discounts available on request.

Wrightway School of Motoring
Established in 1979 and run by the same instructor since 1992, this school combines decades of experience with patient, friendly tuition. Manual lessons at £40/hour or £380 for 10 hours; automatic at £42/hour or £400 for 10 hours. Door-to-door service with full one-hour lessons, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway training available.
Great Western Driving Academy
From £40/hour with 10-hour blocks at £380, plus free access to DTS Anytime theory test practice platform. Rated 4.9/5 on Trustpilot, this academy tailors lessons to individual learning styles and offers motorway training, refresher courses, and Pass Plus qualifications alongside mock tests (£70) and test rescue packages (£90 for 2 hours).
Glyn Evans Driving School
£40/hour or £59 for 90-minute lessons, with 10-hour block bookings at £380 (saving £20). Established since 2008, this school focuses on relaxed, one-to-one tuition suited to nervous learners and those seeking progressive instruction, plus Pass Plus and refresher courses with door-to-door pickup.
Ultimate Driving School
Established in 2006, this independent school specialises in automatic driving lessons for beginners, nervous, anxious and mature learners in a friendly, one-to-one setting. Lessons are £35/hour or £175 for a 5-hour block with free pickup, plus a 10-hour intensive package at £350 with daily 1-hour sessions.
Sally's School of Motoring
£43/hour for regular lessons, or save up to £120 with block bookings like 30 hours for £1,080. Family-run since 1998 with instructors trained to a standard well above test requirements, one-to-one tuition throughout your course, and flexible scheduling including weekends and pickups from school or work.
Time Driving School South London
Known for calming nervous drivers and building confidence quickly, with multiple instructors earning praise for patience and systematic teaching. £31/hour (£33 weekends/evenings) or £300 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses at £175 including 6 hours and a DVLA certificate for insurance discounts.
Cardrome Learner Centre
Established in 1955, this centre offers a unique 12-acre private road complex with traffic lights, roundabouts, and hill starts, allowing nervous learners to build confidence before tackling public roads. Lessons from £32/hour for manual or £33/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £300 (manual) or £310 (automatic); test day packages including 1.5 hours pre-test tuition and car hire cost £120.
Driving Lessons Ilford
Established for 25+ years with over 30 instructors, all based locally in Ilford and holding a minimum of 4 years' experience. Manual lessons from £27/hour or automatic from £28/hour, with block deals starting at £130 for 5 hours; test car hire available for £100. One-to-one tuition with progress tracking and familiarity with local test routes.
Kings Driving School
Built on over 70 years of combined teaching experience, Kings Driving School rejects the traditional franchise model in favour of supporting individual instructor growth and reputation. Manual lessons start at £37/hour (or £35/hour in a 10-hour block at £350), with automatic lessons from £42/hour (£40/hour in a 10-hour block at £400), plus refresher courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus lessons available.
Etihad Driver Training
Many pupils pass first time in just one week with intensive courses that include the test fee at no extra cost. £40/hour for weekly lessons or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive options from £990 for 20 hours (5 days) up to £1970 for 40 hours (10 days). Pass Plus courses also available at £250 to build confidence on motorways, night driving, and all-weather conditions.
Mitchell Driving School
£35/hour or £320 for 10 hours, with a 20-hour block at £630. An instructor since 2011 who uses a coaching approach to help learners rapidly pass their practical test, with theory test advice also available. 100% positive customer feedback and flexible weekday evening and Saturday availability.
Fulwell School of Motoring
15+ years trading with over 10,000 driving hours delivered and 5,000+ licenses issued. Lessons start at £35 per hour, with block deals from £190 for 5 hours up to £730 for 20 hours, plus free pick-up and drop-off included. Pass Plus courses available at £300 for advanced driving certification.
Adairs Driving School
Over 20 years' experience with 1000+ successful learners, from absolute beginners to part-trained drivers. £33/hour for a 10-hour block or £35/hour for single lessons, with new drivers getting their first two hours for just £30. Structured courses include theory tuition, free handouts, and homework with feedback to boost pass rates.
Oldskooldriving
Automatic-only driving school with 26 years' experience serving North West and Central London. An introductory offer of 5 lessons for £105 makes it accessible for beginners, with single lessons at £40/hour or a 10-hour block for £360. Intensive 7-day courses (20–25 hours) are also available for those wanting faster progression.
Afzal Driving Schools
Established for over 8 years with an excellent pass rate, this school offers flexible lesson lengths from 1 hour (£30) to 2 hours (£55), plus substantial block discounts at £300 for 10 hours or £580 for 20 hours. Door-to-door service, theory test booking, motorway lessons, and mock assessments are all included, with student and NHS staff discounts available.
Clickdriving
Run by Ian and Neil, who between them bring over 60 years of instructor experience and have trained many of the region's driving instructors themselves. They focus on first-time passes through structured assessment, skill development, and mock tests with a different instructor to prepare you thoroughly. Lessons are £30/hour in clean, smoke-free cars, with Pass Plus courses available after you pass.
Bumps Drivin
Friendly instructors who prioritise a relaxed, encouraging learning environment—no shouting or criticism, just patient explanation and confidence-building. £37/hour for manual lessons or £36 with a student discount; automatic lessons available at £38.50/hour. Block deals from £170–£700 with further student discounts, plus Pass Plus courses after you pass.
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 |