Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

£39
average price
4,060
driving schools
11,374
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom

Showing 1,8611,880 of 4,060
Rich Yeomans Driving School

Rich Yeomans Driving School

From £35/hr

Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and a track record of high first-time pass rates. Lessons at £35/hour, £52 for 90 minutes, or £70 for 2 hours, with detailed progress records kept throughout your course. Relaxed, patient teaching style combined with expert knowledge of Burton upon Trent test routes and examiners.

ManualIntensive
Castle Gresley, Swadlincote DE11 9AAView school
Ealing Driving School

Ealing Driving School

From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Patient instructors specialising in nervous drivers and those needing tests at short notice, with a calm, measured teaching approach throughout. £40 per hour for 2-hour lessons, or £38 per hour as part of a 10-hour block at £380. Test car hire available for £180, plus Pass Plus courses for newly qualified drivers.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
21 Station Parade, London W5 3LDView school
Lincs Driving Solutions

Lincs Driving Solutions

From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

Led by Carol Morley, a Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and an ex-DVSA examiner who holds a BA in Coaching and Driver Education. Pay as you go at £39/hour for manual or £41/hour for automatic, or commit to a 10-hour block for £380. First 2 hours for beginners cost £73 together, with test car hire available for £100 on test day.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
8 Dunholme Cl, Welton, Lincoln LN2 3BTView school
GMH Driving School

GMH Driving School

From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

A friendly, patient instructor offering structured weekly lessons tailored to each learner's pace, from nervous beginners to confident drivers. At £45/hour or £430 for a 10-hour block, you'll train in a brand new Hyundai Bayon and receive written progress notes after every lesson. Pass Plus courses also available, with theory support and test guidance included throughout.

ManualFemale Instructors
2 Armadale Pl, Glasgow G31 3ETView school
Southside Driving School

Southside Driving School

From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

Steven Love has been instructing since 1996 and now leads a team covering Glasgow Southside with both male and female instructors. Lessons are £42/hour for manual or £45/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £400 (manual) or £430 (automatic). Pass Plus courses are also available for newly qualified drivers.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
60 Moss Hts Ave, Glasgow G52 2TXView school
Karen's Driving School Shrewsbury

Karen's Driving School Shrewsbury

From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Award-winning school with an excellent first-time pass rate and over 20 years' experience. Two-hour lessons at £40 per hour (manual) or £42 (automatic), with a 10-hour package at £380 (manual) or £400 (automatic). Intensive courses range from 5 to 40 hours, all including practical test booking, starting at £420 for 5 hours.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
23A Oak Dr, Oswestry SY11 2RXView school
SmartDrive

SmartDrive

From £37/hr

ROSPA-trained instructors focus on teaching students to handle pressure situations, making test day easier through their 'Smart Driver' ethos. Lessons from £37/hour with intensive courses available from £850, plus mock tests with a different instructor to build confidence. All instructors are fully qualified with no trainees, and you'll practice your local test area to boost familiarity.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
3 Fir Tree Cl, Ramsgate CT11 0BDView school
Go Solo Driver Training

Go Solo Driver Training

From £43/hr7hrs for £322.50

Run by Pauline Steel with many years of professional experience, this school emphasises 90-minute lessons to help learners progress faster and reach test standard with fewer total hours. £43 per hour (90-minute lessons at £64.50) or £322.50 for a block of 5 lessons, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition available.

ManualFemale Instructors
Orchard View, Banady Ln, Stoke Orchard, Cheltenham GL52 7SJView school
Steve Leonard - Oaks Driving School

Steve Leonard - Oaks Driving School

From £49/hr30hrs for £1400Save £70

A coaching-focused approach sets this school apart, the instructor acts as a mentor rather than a traditional instructor, tailoring lessons to be as relaxed or intense as you need. £49/hour or block deals from £460 (10 hours) to £1,400 (30-hour intensive course with test booking included), plus motorway and refresher lessons available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
59 Childsbridge Ln, Kemsing, Sevenoaks TN15 6QRView school
The L Factory

The L Factory

From £40/hr

Owner Karen Smith brings over 20 years of driving instruction experience, holds a Grade A qualification, and is a member of RoSPA's Advanced Driving section. Lessons focus on nervous and first-time drivers with personalised tuition in a modern Mercedes A Class automatic, plus free access to Theory Test Pro and text reminders. £40 per hour with intensive courses available for quick scheduling.

AutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
48 All Saint's Rd, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 1PLView school
Learn Driving Bournemouth

Learn Driving Bournemouth

From £34/hr

£34/hour for regular lessons or £32/hour for intensive courses, with motorway training at £320 for 3-hour sessions once you've passed your test. The school emphasises a relaxed, calm learning environment and offers flexibility to start practical lessons before completing your theory test, making it suitable for those who prefer spreading costs over several months or compressing learning into a week or two.

ManualIntensive
10 Shawford Gardens, Bournemouth BH8 0PEView school
John Harvey Driving School

John Harvey Driving School

From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Established over 20 years ago with its own Instructor Training Academy, every instructor here completes a rigorous 60-hour training programme before teaching, ensuring consistency that many independent schools simply don't offer. Lessons use a 'Client Centered' approach with goal-setting on each session to speed up your learning and eliminate aimless driving. £37/hour for manual (minimum 2 hours at £74) or £40/hour for automatic, with block deals from £350 for 10 hours, or try the 'Try Us & See' offer at just £330 for your first 10 hours, backed by a refund guarantee if you're not delighted.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
73 Campbell Rd, Hawkinge, Folkestone CT18 7TLView school
LDC Driving School - Gary Williamson

LDC Driving School - Gary Williamson

From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

The Semi-Intensive Course is the school's most popular and successful form of intensive training, combining 30 hours of one-to-one tuition with test fees and learning materials at £1,432. Single lessons cost £39/hour, with 2-hour sessions at £78 and a 10-hour block at £380, plus Pass Plus courses also available.

Intensive
12 Belmont Rd, Minster on Sea, Sheerness ME12 3BLView school
Virk Driving School

Virk Driving School

From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Competitive pricing at £35/hour with substantial block discounts: 10-hour Fast Track at £340, 20-hour Fast Pass at £680, or 30-hour Fast Forward at £1,020. Beyond standard lessons, they offer motorway training (3 hours, £120), Pass Plus+ courses (6 hours, £240), and practical test car hire (£120), making this a comprehensive option for learners at any stage.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
52 Oldfields Rd, Sutton SM1 2NUView school
Evolved Automatic Driving School

Evolved Automatic Driving School

From £40/hr10hrs for £360Save £40

Patient instructor specialising in automatic lessons for learners of all ages and abilities, including those returning to driving after a break. £40/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with a minimum lesson duration of 90 minutes. Covers theory training, refresher lessons, and Show Me/Tell Me question preparation.

Automatic
32 Victoria Ave, Llandudno LL30 1DQView school
East London Driving School

East London Driving School

From £34/hr10hrs for £320Save £20

Established over 5 years in East London with all instructors holding minimum 5 years' experience. £34 per hour for standard lessons, or £320 for a 10-hour block; test car hire available at £90 for your test day. Specialist intensive courses designed for learners wanting to pass quickly, plus Pass Plus courses and refresher lessons for returning drivers.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Empson St, London E3 3LLView school
Drive in UK

Drive in UK

From £40/hr10hrs for £400

Julia has built a strong track record of first-time passers since 2014, drawing on her background working with vulnerable people to create a patient, relaxed learning environment tailored to each student's needs. Two-hour automatic lessons cost £80, with a 10-hour block at £400, plus Pass Plus courses available at £240. Fluent in Russian for learners who prefer instruction in that language.

AutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Russian
London Rd, Colchester CO3 0NRView school
Kam School of Motoring

Kam School of Motoring

From £37/hr10hrs for £360Save £10

Independent instructor with a strong track record of first-time passes, including students passing within 20 lessons. Weekday lessons from £37/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block; weekend rates at £40/hour or £390 for 10 hours. Mock tests, Pass Plus courses, and motorway tuition also available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
141 Ewell Rd, Surbiton KT6 6ALView school
Direct Drive Hub

Direct Drive Hub

From £40/hrBlock bookings available

Experience with nervous learners and anxiety support, plus tailored courses for beginners, part-trained drivers, and test rescue. Pay as you go from £40/hour for 1 to 2-hour lessons, with block-booking available and free extras including Theory Test Pro access, online workshops, lesson handouts, and video tutorials worth £95.

ManualAutomatic
62 Normandy Ave, Beverley HU17 8PEView school
Ocean Realm Driving

Ocean Realm Driving

From £46/hr10hrs for £400Save £60

Advanced driving instructor and road safety advocate with coaching expertise across all learner levels. Off-peak lessons at £42/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block (Monday–Friday 9am–5pm), with standard rates at £46/hour; test car usage available for £100 including a pre-test lesson.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
70 Jasmine Gardens, Hatfield AL10 0BLView school
Price snapshot

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.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
42
£30–35
151
£35–40
688
£40–45
715
£45–50
264
£50–55
68
£55+
20

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.

46%

Rugby

7,174 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic39.1%

Areas in the United Kingdom