Learn to drive a manual car with a DVSA-approved instructor near you. A manual licence lets you drive any car — the most versatile qualification you can get.
Understanding the difference helps you make the right choice for your driving future.
Not sure which to choose? Ask us — we will advise based on your goals.
Our structured manual lesson programme covers everything you need to pass your test and drive safely for life.
Master the biting point, smooth gear changes, and hill starts without rolling back.
Up and down changes at the right speed and road position — smooth and confident.
Parallel park, bay park, reverse around a corner, and turn in the road.
Priority rules, observation, and safe joining and exiting at all junction types.
Joining, overtaking, lane discipline, and safe speeds on faster roads.
Following sat-nav directions and road signs — a key part of the modern driving test.
The DVSA recommends an average of 45 hours of professional manual driving lessons. Most learners take 30–50 hours depending on their ability and how much private practice they do.
Automatic is generally easier to learn as there is no clutch or gear changes to master. However, a manual licence allows you to drive both manual and automatic cars, while an automatic licence only allows you to drive automatics.
Lesson rates vary by instructor and area. Submit an enquiry or call 0800 994 9090 for a personalised quote.
Yes — you can switch between manual and automatic lessons at any time. If you have already passed your automatic test, you will need to take a separate manual test to upgrade your licence.
The DVSA recommends 45 hours of professional lessons on average. Your instructor will advise when you are ready for your test based on your progress.
Yes — we have DVSA-approved manual driving instructors in 932 locations across the UK. Enter your postcode to find your nearest instructor.
DVSA-approved instructors near you. No hidden fees.