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Driving Instructors In Leeds – Learning to Drive in Leeds
Looking for driving schools in Leeds? You might also be looking for driving instructors in Leeds? You have come to the right place. Whether you need driving lessons near me, automatic driving lessons near me, or manual driving lessons near me, our approved driving instructors are here to help.
Most learners need 47 hours of professional driving lessons to pass their test. An additional 22 hours of private practice with a family member or friend is also recommended.
Leeds’s nearest practical test centre is Leeds Driving Test Centre, which has a pass rate of 50.2%. When comparing driving instructors in Leeds, ask which test centre they prepare learners for. Practising on local routes makes a real difference to pass rates.
Learning to drive in and around Leeds means you will encounter a useful mix of road types, from residential streets and busy high street junctions to country lanes and main roads. This varied driving experience helps build the confidence and practical skills needed to pass your DVSA practical driving test first time.
Whether you are looking for cheap driving lessons near me, affordable driving lessons near me, or the best driving lessons near me, choosing an instructor who knows the test routes can help you pass first time.
Leeds Practical Driving Test Centres
The 3 nearest practical test centres to Leeds are:
- Leeds Driving Test Centre, Hillcrest House, Leeds, LS9 6NF – Google Maps
- Horsforth Driving Test Centre, Room 013 Woodside House, Leeds, LS18 5NY – Google Maps
- Bradford (Thornbury) Driving Test Centre, The Courtyard, Bradford, BD3 7AY – Google Maps
Leeds Theory Test Centres
The 3 nearest theory test centres to Leeds are:
- Pearson Professional Centre Garve, Main Hall, Garve Public Hall, Garve, IV23 2PP – Google Maps
- Pearson Professional Centre Leeds, Ground Floor, Coverdale House, Leeds, LS1 2BH – Google Maps
- Pearson Professional Centre Bradford, West Riding House, Part 8th Floor, Bradford, BD1 4HR – Google Maps
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Frequently Asked Questions About Learning to Drive in Leeds
- How do I find a driving instructor in Leeds? Looking for driving instructors near me in Leeds? Find ADI-qualified driving instructors in Leeds on our dedicated driving instructors page. Look for driving instructors offering manual driving lessons or automatic driving lessons who know the local test routes.
- What is the practical driving test pass rate near Leeds? The national average practical test pass rate is 48.7% (49.5% for males, 47.6% for females).
Your driving instructor in Leeds will prepare you for the specific routes and manoeuvres most likely to appear on test day at your chosen centre. - How much do driving lessons cost in Leeds? The national UK average driving lesson price sits between £35 and £40 per hour for standard manual driving lessons. Automatic driving lessons generally cost slightly more, ranging from £38 to £45 per hour. Block bookings typically reduce the per-lesson cost.
- What driving lesson types are available in Leeds? Driving instructors offer manual and automatic driving lessons, intensive driving courses, refresher driving for nervous or returning drivers, and motorway driving lessons for new licence holders.
- How long does it take to learn to drive in Leeds? The national average is 47 hours of professional driving lessons plus 22 hours of private practice. Actual time depends on your confidence, lesson frequency, and local driving conditions.