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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- 4,047
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- 11,254
- independent instructors
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Sue D'Vaz Driving School
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 lessons in United Kingdom
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Pullinger School of Motoring
Manual
Former Tesco delivery driver with 20+ years on the road, Kirsty Smith specializes in nervous learners, ADHD, autism, and anxiety. One-to-one lessons at £40/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with forward and rear-facing cameras to review lessons in detail. Free theory test training and welcome pack included.
WS Driving School
Manual
Specialises in nervous and older learners with a calm, shouting-free approach; motorway training and refresher courses also available. £40/hour or £60 for 1.5 hours, with a 10-hour block at £390 saving the average pupil £50. Learn in a 2024 Mazda 2 with dual controls, reversing camera, and hill start assist.
Leap Driving School
Manual
Grade A instructor known for a calming, relaxed teaching style that puts nervous drivers at ease from day one. Phil Russell emphasises fun and confidence-building over pressure, with pricing from £30/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block, plus longer lessons (1.5 or 2 hours) available at reduced rates for faster progress.
M&J Driving School
Manual
£36 per hour with flexible block deals ranging from 5 to 35 hours, all including test car hire. Structured learning covers basic car handling, independent motorway driving, test area practice, and mock tests on premium packages.
Suraj Driving School
Manual
Family-run school specialising in intensive driving courses with guaranteed test bookings for February and March 2026. Standard lessons cost £39.50/hour on 10-hour blocks (£395 total), or £40/hour for 2-hour sessions during off-peak times; beginner intensive courses run 10 days for £1,642 including test fees and free pickup. Test car hire available from £200 (Isleworth) to £250+ (other centres), with Pass Plus registration to help reduce insurance premiums.
Cedar School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
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
Manual
£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
Manual
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
Manual
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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual
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
Manual and automatic
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.
Jerry Dymond Driving School
Automatic
Patient instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching Roadcraft techniques used by police drivers, improving anticipation and forward planning beyond standard test criteria. Two-hour lessons at £64 are recommended for fastest progress to test standard, with 90-minute options at £48 and test day bookings at £80 for a 2½-hour session including pre-test briefing and debrief.
Earlsfield School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual
£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
Manual and automatic
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
Manual
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.
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 £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
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.