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
High Pass Driving
Known for a calm, patient teaching style that puts nervous learners at ease quickly. Pay-as-you-go lessons at £22/hour, or start with a special offer of £57 for the first 3 hours (split into two 1.5-hour lessons). Intensive courses from £250 for a 1-day 5-hour course, with practical test fees and theory test booking included.
Edwards School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with 35 years' experience and over 1,500 pupils taught. Hourly lessons from £25 with student discounts, or intensive courses at £695 for beginners (3 full days, including test fees and free Pass Plus). Particularly welcoming to nervous drivers.
Easy 2 Pass
Established for over 15 years with instructors boasting up to 20 years' experience. £35/hour for manual lessons or £330 for a 10-hour block, with larger blocks available at £485 (15 hours) and £630 (20 hours). Refresher lessons, motorway tuition, and Pass Plus courses also on offer.
Andrew's Driving School
Grade A and B instructors with over 18 years' experience each, backed by dozens of first-time pass testimonials. Lessons at £36/hour with student discounts and competitive block booking rates, plus intensive courses, Pass Plus, motorway training, and test preparation for foreign license holders.
Capital Driving Trainers
Family-run school founded in 2010, emphasizing safe driving beyond test requirements with eco-safe techniques to save money on fuel and insurance. £40/hour for manual or £42/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £390 (manual) or £400 (automatic). Test car hire available at £140 for manual or £150 for automatic, including a pre-test lesson.
The L Factor School Of Motoring
Independent instructor with a 95% first-time pass rate, known for a calm and patient teaching style that suits nervous learners. £40/hour for standard lessons, with introductory rates from £37/hour (5-hour block) and intensive courses from £850 for 20 hours including test day car use.
ClickDrive
Family-run school established in 2003 with 37 years of combined experience between mother-and-daughter owners Julie and Laura Cooper. New learners get £75 for their first 3 hours, then £39/hour for manual or £40/hour for automatic lessons; every lesson includes a personalised Progress Card tracking your development across 35 driving skills. Backed by a 100% money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied.
MIC Driver Training
22+ years of professional driving experience including HGVs, buses, and emergency vehicles. £45/hour or from £256 for a block of 6 lessons with 5-7% savings, all inclusive of pickup, drop-off, fuel, and insurance. Specializes in nervous drivers and test preparation with a proven track record of helping students pass their driving test.
PassU Driving
Operating since 2006 with a Pass Plus certified instructor, PassU Driving offers competitive hourly rates from £39 with flexible block deals: 10 hours for £380 or 20 hours for £750. One-to-one lessons guarantee no car sharing, and semi-intensive courses are available alongside Pass Plus training for newly qualified drivers.
Driveabout School of Motoring
New starters get lessons from £35 per hour, with cheaper rates available when paying cash. The school specialises in test failures, offering honest assessment lessons to help you identify weak areas and progress to pass. One-to-one tuition with flexible lesson lengths (45, 60, 90, or 120 minutes), plus intensive courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses with potential £70 cashback from Transport for London.
Jimmy's Driving School
Manual driving lessons at £38/hour with flexible session lengths of 60, 90, or 120 minutes to suit your schedule. Block booking discounts are available, and Jimmy brings years of experience driving across different road types and areas throughout the country to help build your confidence on today's roads.
JLSM Driving School
£42 per hour, or £75 for a 2-hour lesson (£68 for under-25s in March and April). No car sharing on any lesson, with test day pickup included and the option to use the instructor's car for your test. Known for patience and courtesy, this single-instructor school offers flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours.

1st Gear Intensive Driving Courses
Operating since 1990, this school specialises in intensive driving courses across Kent with flexible options from 10 to 40 hours, priced from £400 (manual) or £420 (automatic). Instructors are described as thorough and patient by students who've passed first time, and an assessment lesson (£40) helps you choose the right course length without pressure. Pass Plus courses also available at £228.
A-class Driving School
Calm and reliable instructor with an excellent pass rate, specializing in nervous pupils and complete beginners. £55/hour or £100 for 2-hour lessons, with a 10-hour block deal at £490 (five 2-hour sessions). Test car hire including a one-hour warm-up session costs £120.
Diana Driving School
One-to-one lessons with undivided attention from your instructor, who won't be checking their phone during your lesson. £34/hour or £65 for 2 hours on weekdays, with test car rental at £80 and a £47 introductory 90-minute lesson for beginners.
Charles Gray School of Motoring
A calm, structured instructor who focuses on purposeful learning rather than aimless driving around. £40/hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, with mock tests included to ensure you're genuinely ready before test day. Pass Plus courses also available once you've passed, covering motorway, night, and all-weather driving.
Mirrors School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with 24 years' experience teaching nervous learners, confident drivers, and those for whom English isn't a first language. Automatic lessons at £36/hour or manual at £34/hour, with a friendly, patient approach designed to make learning feel like fun rather than a chore.
ACS School of Motoring
Adrian Sandy has been teaching learner drivers since 2010 with a patient, understanding approach that's earned strong reviews for first-time passes. Single-instructor continuity means you'll build rapport throughout your course; lessons start at £42/hour with a 10-hour block at £400, plus a discounted first-learner offer of two 1.5-hour sessions for £100. Pass Plus courses and motorway refresher sessions also available for qualified drivers.

a2b Driving School
Very high first-time pass rate with patient instruction and competitive pricing at £33/hour or £320 for 10 lessons. Two-hour lessons available at £66, plus semi-intensive courses designed to get you test-ready within a month. Free door-to-door pickup and student discounts on block bookings make this a practical choice for learners across all confidence levels.
Stay Safe Driving School
Founded on road safety expertise gained through partnerships with emergency services, this school prioritizes teaching lasting driving skills rather than just test passes. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with 5-hour blocks at £195. Young Driver Experience courses (14+) and combination packages combining pre-test experience with practical lessons are also available.
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 |