Driving Schools near me in Southampton

Driving lesson prices vary by region, instructor experience, and whether you choose automatic or manual driving lessons.

In the UK, driving lessons cost between £30 and £50 per hour, on average. Discounts are often available when booking driving lesson packages – for example, 10 lessons for £350.

You may find cheap driving lessons are available through local instructors, less experienced instructors, or via off-peak bookings; these can all be good ways to save some cash instead of using large driving schools.

Regardless of who you book with, always check what’s included: does the price cover pick-up and drop-off, theory support, or weekend lessons?

To compare driving lesson prices fairly, browse top-rated driving instructors in Southampton and request pricing from at least three providers.

Look for driving instructors who are DVSA-approved (check out their Yell profiles and look for a green or pink badge in their windscreens), have positive reviews, and offer a teaching style that suits you.

Check if they offer:

• Flexible lesson times

• Pass-plus options

• Driving lesson package discounts

• Help with book your theory or practical tests

Finding a good fit is what matters most. Some people feel more comfortable learning with female driving instructors, while other learners might prefer intensive driving lessons in compact courses from driving schools.

Whatever your preference, you can easily find highly rated driving instructors in Southampton on Yell – just compare profiles, driving lesson prices, and availability to find your perfect match.

Need more help? Read our guide on how to find a good driving instructor near you for some further tips and advice.

The DVSA recommends an average of 45 hours of driving lessons, plus 20 hours of private practice, before taking your practical test. This obviously varies, though; some learners pass in fewer hours, while others may need more support.

Your progress depends on how often you practise, your confidence levels, and how quickly you pick up driving skills. Many Southampton driving instructors may offer a free or discounted first lesson to assess your ability and tailor a plan.

Booking regular driving lessons helps you build consistency and improve faster, but before you seriously consider the driving lesson packages in Southampton, make sure you trial instructors for a lesson or two.

You can start driving lessons in the UK once you’re 17 or over and hold a valid provisional driving licence. You can apply for your provisional licence from age 15 years and 9 months, but you must wait until 17 to drive a car.

There is one exception: if you’re in receipt of the higher rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payments (PIP), you’re able to start learning to drive at 16.

Once you have a provisional licence, you’ll need to find a driving instructor who fits your learning style. Most driving instructors near you will offer support with both practical skills and theory test revision.

No, you can start driving lessons before passing your driving theory test; in fact, many learners prepare for both simultaneously.

Learning to drive in real-world settings can actually help you understand theory topics like hazard perception, road signs, and junction priorities.

That said, you must pass your theory test before booking your practical driving test. When hiring a Southampton driving instructor, ask if they provide support or mock tests to help with theory prep.