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driving lesson prices
Manual and automatic driving lessons from £38 per hour. Save more with block bookings, or pay online securely by card using Stripe.
Online payments include a 5% processing/admin charge. After payment, our team will contact you to arrange your lessons.
Start with the lesson type that suits you
Manual, automatic and refresher lessons are available from £38 per hour. Online card payment is available at £39.90 including the 5% processing/admin charge.
Manual driving lessons
Ideal if you want a full manual licence and the flexibility to drive both manual and automatic cars after passing.
- ✓ Manual lessons from £38 per hour
- ✓ DVSA-approved instructors
- ✓ Clutch, gears and car control
- ✓ Local test route knowledge
Automatic driving lessons
Ideal for nervous learners, beginners and pupils who want a smoother learning experience without clutch or gear changes.
- ✓ Automatic lessons from £38 per hour
- ✓ No clutch or gear changes
- ✓ Good for nervous learners
- ✓ Structured test preparation
Refresher driving lessons
Useful for confidence building, parking, roundabouts, motorway driving, returning drivers and pre-test practice.
- ✓ Refresher lessons from £38
- ✓ Parking and roundabouts support
- ✓ Manual or automatic available
- ✓ Tailored to your needs
Save more when you book more hours
Block bookings help you build momentum and secure consistent lesson time. Online card payment is available and includes a 5% processing/admin charge.
5 hour starter block
A good option if you are new to driving and want to get started before deciding your next step.
- ✓ 5 hours of lessons
- ✓ Beginner friendly
- ✓ Tailored lesson plan
- ✓ Confidence building
10 hour block
Perfect for learners who want consistent progress and a clear routine with their instructor.
- ✓ 10 hours of lessons
- ✓ Manual or automatic
- ✓ Progress tracked clearly
- ✓ Suitable for weekly lessons
20 hour block
Great for learners who want a solid foundation and are committed to building consistent progress.
- ✓ 20 hours of lessons
- ✓ Manual or automatic
- ✓ Structured progress plan
- ✓ Ideal for most learners
30 hour block
Our biggest block for serious learners who want consistent, structured lessons and test preparation.
- ✓ 30 hours of lessons
- ✓ Manual or automatic
- ✓ Full test preparation included
- ✓ Best saving per hour
Pay online for lessons and block bookings
Book your driving lessons online with secure Stripe payment. Online payments include a 5% processing/admin charge.
1 Hour Lesson
Single 1 hour driving lesson with SAR Driving School.
5 Hour Block
Starter block booking for beginners or learners wanting a short package.
10 Hour Block
Most popular block booking for steady weekly progress.
20 Hour Block
Strong package for learners who want consistent structured progress.
30 Hour Block
Best value block booking for serious learners and full test preparation.
Custom Payment
Use this option only if SAR Driving School has confirmed a custom amount with you.
Intensive lessons and test car hire
Some options need to be checked first because they depend on your level, test date, instructor availability and whether you are test-ready.
Intensive driving lessons
Intensive lessons are arranged depending on your current level, test date and how many hours you realistically need.
- ✓ Manual or automatic
- ✓ Plan built around your level
- ✓ Useful if your test is approaching
- ✓ Availability confirmed first
Driving test car hire
Use of instructor car for your driving test may be available, subject to assessment and DVSA test-standard driving.
- ✓ Assessment required first
- ✓ Instructor car for test day
- ✓ Subject to availability
- ✓ Only when driving is test-ready
Not sure what to book?
Use this as a simple guide. We can confirm the best option once you send your area, lesson type, experience level and availability.
First lesson / unsure
Start with a normal single lesson so the instructor can assess your current level and learning style.
Start from £38/hrWeekly progress
The 10-hour block is best if you want to secure consistent lesson time and build momentum.
Most popular: £360Serious learners
The 20-hour or 30-hour block is better if you want a stronger plan and more consistent progress.
Best value: £1,020Common questions about lesson prices
Quick answers before you book manual, automatic, refresher or block lessons.
How much are manual driving lessons?
Manual driving lessons start from £38 per hour. Online card payment is £39.90 including the 5% processing/admin charge.
How much are automatic driving lessons?
Automatic driving lessons start from £38 per hour. Online card payment is £39.90 including the 5% processing/admin charge.
Are block bookings cheaper?
Yes. A 5-hour block saves £5, 10 hours saves £20, 20 hours saves £60 and 30 hours saves £120.
Why is the online price higher?
Online payments include a 5% processing/admin charge. Standard lesson and block booking prices are still shown on this page.
Can I pay a custom amount?
Yes. Use the custom payment option only if SAR Driving School has confirmed a custom amount with you.
How do I book?
You can pay online securely by card, book through the website, or message us on WhatsApp. We’ll contact you to arrange lesson date, time and instructor.
Ready to book your first lesson?
Choose your lesson type, pay online securely, or send your preferred availability and we’ll help arrange the right instructor for your area.