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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Bob's Safe Drive

Bob's Safe Drive

Manual

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.

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

Apex Driver Training

Manual and automatic

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.

Intensive
Hannahstown Hill Business Park, Hannahstown, Belfast BT17 0LTView school
Be A Good Driver

Be A Good Driver

Manual

4.7(38)
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Calm, patient instructor with local knowledge of test routes across the city and full prep around Currie test centres. £45/hour for daytime weekday lessons, or £440 for a 10-hour block—weekends and evenings available at £50/hour. Specialises in nervous drivers and complete beginners, with flexible lesson lengths (60, 90, or 120 minutes) to suit your pace.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Longstone, Edinburgh EH14View school
Learn Smart Driving School

Learn Smart Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.7(33)90% pass rate
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

Grade A instructors Mike and Steven bring extensive experience to automatic and manual lessons respectively, with Mike pioneering electric vehicle instruction in Lincoln since 2019. At £42/hour with block deals from £205 for 5 hours up to £780 for 20 hours, plus motorway and theory test tuition available, this school achieves a 9 out of 10 first-time pass rate. Free progress tracking via the MyDriveTime app and contactless payment options make booking straightforward.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
14 Coronation Cres, Coleby, Lincoln LN5 0ANView school
On Fire For Driving

On Fire For Driving

Manual and automatic

4.7(26)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Specialising in adaptive learner driver training since 2011, this independent school is rated three-best in the area and known for a patient, relaxed teaching style backed by a strong first-pass record. Standard lessons are 1.5 hours at £60, with a 10-hour block at £380, test car hire at £80, and an introductory offer of 5 hours for £170. Grade A instructors focus on building confident, knowledgeable drivers rather than just test-passers.

IntensiveTest car available
Irvine KA12 0SRView school
Road Masters

Road Masters

Automatic

4.7(26)
From £46/hr10hrs for £460

Over 25 years' experience with most students passing within 30 hours. Lessons from £46/hour or £460 for a 10-hour block, with 1.5 or 2-hour structured sessions including mock tests before your test day. Pass Plus courses available at £320 when you pass with Road Masters.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
21 Falkland Dr, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot TQ12 3RHView school
SDM Automatic & Manual Driving School

SDM Automatic & Manual Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.7(25)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

8 years' experience with 5-star reviews and a first-time pass student on record. £35/hour or flexible block deals from £160 for 5 hours up to £660 for 20 hours, plus mock tests and pre-test assessments to build confidence. Calm, supportive instruction for nervous drivers and beginners, with expertise in Manchester's roads and test routes.

Intensive
84, Brookway Court, Bideford Dr, Wythenshawe, Manchester M23 0GLView school
Goldstar Driving Academy

Goldstar Driving Academy

Manual

4.7(24)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Steve Mott has been teaching since 2010, combining practical driving knowledge with comprehensive safety instruction on busy roads. Flexible pricing from £38-£40 per hour with block deals (10 hours for £390, 20 hours for £760), intensive courses over 1-3 weeks at £1,600 including test car hire, and specialist training in motorway and Pass Plus courses. Lessons are tailored to your schedule with pickup from home, college, or work.

IntensiveTest car available
4 Hawthorne Ave, Norwich NR6 6LEView school
Coles Driving Academy

Coles Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

4.7(24)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

£38/hour for manual lessons or £43/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £370 and £410 respectively. Pass Plus courses also available from £212 (6 hours). One-week intensive courses on offer alongside refresher tuition, motorway training, and defensive driving for those who've passed.

IntensiveTest car available
12 St Angela Rd, Cardiff CF14 4DNView school
Tina's School of Motoring

Tina's School of Motoring

Manual

4.7(22)
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Instructor since 2000 with a focus on building confidence in nervous drivers through a calm, patient approach. £45/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, plus motorway tuition at £55/hour and Pass Plus courses from £330. Lessons available in one or two-hour sessions.

Female Instructors
2 Goshawk Rd, Quedgeley, Gloucester GL2 4NUView school
1st Choice Driving School

1st Choice Driving School

Manual

4.7(21)
From £39.33/hr10hrs for £385Save £8

Structured lesson planning with step-by-step syllabus guidance helps you understand exactly what to expect each week. £40/hour on weekdays or £385 for a 10-hour block, with flexible 1.5-hour and motorway options available. Pass Plus courses also on offer for those wanting advanced training.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
67 Chelmsford Ave, Grimsby DN34 4SEView school
EJS Motoring

EJS Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.7(17)
From £40/hr30hrs for £1,050Save £150

Four years on the market with 100+ passed students and over 500 training hours delivered. Manual lessons at £40/hour or £35/hour for a 30-lesson package, automatic at £50/hour or £45/hour, with cars equipped with duplicate pedals and the latest safety features. Flexible scheduling across weekdays, weekends, and evenings means you can fit lessons around your life.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Queens Cres, Livingston EH54 8EJView school
Gary Hart Driving School

Gary Hart Driving School

Manual

4.7(15)
From £40/hr10hrs for £360Save £40

A former police advanced driver brings professional expertise to this family-run school, offering £40/hour lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block (saving 10%). New pupils get their first four lessons for £90, with Pass Plus courses available to help reduce insurance premiums after passing.

122 Sandalwood, Westhoughton, Bolton BL5 2RQView school
ADS Driving School

ADS Driving School

Manual

4.7(15)
From £37.50/hrBlock bookings available

Former AA driving instructor Andy Sutton brings over 5 years of professional experience and a calm, patient approach that particularly suits nervous learners. At £40/hour or £75 for a 2-hour lesson, block bookings come with discounts, plus a Friends and Family scheme offering free hours when you refer someone who books 5+ hours. Mock tests, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses round out the offering.

Intensive
62 Argyll Rd, Ripley DE5 3LHView school
Podium Driving School Sidcup

Podium Driving School Sidcup

Manual and automatic

4.7(15)
From £38.50/hr

All instructors are trained in-house through Podium's dedicated Instructor Training Academy, ensuring continuous professional development and modern teaching methods, a rarity in the industry. Lessons follow the DVSA's client-centred approach with clear objectives and personalised progression, starting from just £38.50 per hour. Intensive courses, Pass Plus training, and support for international licence holders are all available, with flexible scheduling to fit around your lifestyle.

Intensive
Rectory Ln, Sidcup DA14 5BTView school
AJ Barnet Driving School

AJ Barnet Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.7(14)96% pass rate
From £50/hr10hrs for £480Save £20

96% first-time pass rate with an instructor known for calm, methodical teaching that builds confidence quickly—one student passed with zero faults after just 10 lessons. Single lessons at £50/hour or block deals from £240 (5 hours) to £480 (10 hours), plus test car hire at £180 and motorway lessons at £120 for 2 hours. Fluent in French, Arabic, and Somali, with particular experience supporting nervous drivers and those seeking refresher courses.

IntensiveTest car available
Speaks French, Arabic, Somali
10 Helios Wy, Barnet EN5 2FTView school
Lifetime Driving Standards

Lifetime Driving Standards

Manual and automatic

4.7(14)
From £33.50/hr20hrs for £670

School owner Lynne Fitzharris spent 27 years with the DVSA as an Assistant Chief Driving Examiner, conducting over 30,000 driving tests—expertise she's passed on to all instructors through internal training. Lessons from £33.50/hour (£70 for 2 hours) or £670 for a 10-lesson block of 2-hour sessions. Test car available for your driving test.

Female InstructorsTest car available
Brockenhurst Dr, Bolton BL2 4HPView school
Cambridge Driving Centre

Cambridge Driving Centre

Manual and automatic

4.7(14)
From £40/hr

Established in 2000, this school pairs you with the same instructor and car throughout your entire learning journey—from first lesson to test day. Manual lessons start at £40/hour or £80 for two hours; automatic at £50/hour or £90 for two hours. Intensive courses available from £877 (20 hours manual) to £1,877 (40 hours automatic), with personalised training adapted to each learner's pace and abilities.

Intensive
2 Corn Ln, Trumpington, Cambridge CB2 9NZView school
L2Pro

L2Pro

Automatic

4.7(14)
From £50/hr10hrs for £450Save £50

Known for transforming nervous learners into confident drivers, Ewa's patient, step-by-step teaching approach has earned consistent five-star reviews and multiple first-time passes. Automatic lessons at £50/hour or £450 for 10 hours, with Pass Plus courses at £325 and motorway lessons available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
New Rd, High Wycombe HP12 4RHView school
Dave's Driving School Wirral

Dave's Driving School Wirral

Manual

4.7(14)
From £42.50/hr10hrs for £400Save £25

Mock test lessons aligned with DVSA's 'Ready to Pass' campaign have improved pass rates and help build confidence before the real thing. 60-minute lessons at £42.50/hour, or 10-hour blocks at £400 with flexible scheduling to fit around work and home commitments. Theory test preparation and patient, clear instruction in manoeuvres are standout strengths highlighted across multiple reviews.

Test car available
262 Greasby Rd, Greasby, Wirral CH49 2PWView 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