Driving Instructors in Ashton-under-Lyne

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Instructors
12
Avg Price
£37/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Manchester (Failsworth) (3.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
42.2%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Ashton-under-Lyne. Prices range from £30.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.4 stars from 29 reviews.

12
Instructors
£37/hr
Avg Price
4.4 / 5
29 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Ashton-under-Lyne driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Ashton-under-Lyne instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
Top Rated Instructors

Best Driving Instructors in Ashton-under-Lyne

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6 mi

Max

Manchester
5.0
5 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Max is a friendly, experienced driving instructor with a great reputation for being patient and calm. He understands that everyone learns differently…

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Chris
3.8 mi

Chris

Oldham
4.8
13 reviews
Manual & Auto 90 min Evenings + Weekends

Chris is a friendly, supportive driving instructor who gets that everyone learns in their own way. He keeps things patient and encouraging, and makes…

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Jules
5.8 mi

Jules

Stockport
4.1
8 reviews
Automatic 60 min
Kia Niro

Jules is a friendly, professional automatic instructor based in Stockport, teaching in a fully electric Kia Niro. He has a consistently high pass rat…

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Martin
7.5 mi

Martin

Manchester
3.7
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 120 min Evenings + Weekends

Martin is the Fleet Driving Instructor Consultant, Course Adviser and Director at Manchester Driver Training Ltd. He set the company up in 2006 and h…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Ashley
1 mi

Ashley

Dukinfield
Manual 90 min
Renault Clio

Ashley is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor with 18 years of experience helping people learn to drive. He runs Ashley's Driving School and has a …

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£40 /hour
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Wojtek
5.4 mi

Wojtek

Lancashire
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Wojtek is a licensed Polish driving instructor in the UK, certified by the DSA (Driving Standards Agency). He teaches in both manual and automatic ca…

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£40 /hour
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6 mi

Lax

Manchester
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Fiesta

Lax is an experienced driving instructor who keeps lessons relaxed, clear and focused on what you need. The aim is simple, to build your confidence, …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£30 /hour
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6 mi

Khan

Manchester
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Khan is an experienced driving instructor with a great reputation for helping learners pass and feel confident on the road. He keeps lessons relaxed …

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Curbie
6 mi

Curbie

Manchester
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Curbie is a calm, friendly driving instructor with a strong record of getting learners through their tests quickly and confidently. Lessons are struc…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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6 mi

Waseem

Manchester
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Waseem is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Manchester who really knows how to put learners at ease. He focuses on building your confid…

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Paul May
6.7 mi

Paul May

Oldham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Paul May runs Shaw Driving School and has been teaching people to drive for over 28 years. He's based in Oldham and covers the surrounding areas. Sin…

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JB
7.3 mi

Jon Bennion

South Manchester
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Jon Bennion is a fully approved Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) instructor with many years of experience across South Manchester and Ches…

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Learning to Drive in Ashton-under-Lyne

Learning to drive in Ashton-under-Lyne feels practical and local. Lessons tend to use a mix of quiet residential streets and busier routes toward Manchester. You get short drives to motorway junctions and a range of test routes within a few miles. Local character shows in market-day traffic and compact town centre streets.

Nearest Test Centre: Manchester (Failsworth)

Manchester (Failsworth) test centre lies about 3.5 miles from Ashton-under-Lyne. Expect a busy test centre that handles over 10,000 tests a year, with mixed urban and suburban test routes. The centre's pass rate is 42.2%, and you may see different traffic conditions depending on time of day, so book with that in mind. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

42.2%
Overall Pass Rate
46.3%
Male Pass Rate
38.3%
Female Pass Rate
3.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Pass rate at Manchester (Failsworth) sits at 42.2%, lower than the national average of 47.3%, which suggests tests here are a bit tougher or routes are more challenging. Male candidates pass at 46.3% while female candidates pass at 38.3%, showing a noticeable gap. Nearby Chadderton shows a lower pass rate of 35.5% for comparison. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential roads off Manchester Road and Stamford Street to build control before moving to busier junctions. Practice merging and lane discipline near the M60 junctions, and get comfortable with multi-lane roundabouts around Ashton Moss. Expect frequent buses and cyclists in the town centre, so keep mirrors checked and gap assessment swift. Try a midday lesson to avoid commuter peaks and to practise market-day layouts close to the town centre.

Choosing an Instructor in Ashton-under-Lyne

There are 14 local instructors operating in and around Ashton-under-Lyne, so shop around for someone who knows Manchester (Failsworth) test routes. Look for an ADI with good local knowledge, clear pricing, and dual-control vehicles. Expect to pay around £37 per hour on average, but experienced instructors or evening lessons may cost more. Limited instructor numbers mean popular slots can fill fast, so book ahead.

Lesson Costs in Ashton-under-Lyne

Average lesson price in the area is about £37 per hour, which reflects local demand and proximity to Manchester test centres. Prices change with instructor experience, lesson length, and peak times such as evenings and weekends.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence and begin with a few lessons to gain confidence on quiet roads near your home. Book theory test early and keep practising hazard perception and show-me-tell-me questions between lessons. When instructor and you agree you're ready, book the practical at Manchester (Failsworth), about 3.5 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Manchester (Failsworth) is roughly 3.5 miles from Ashton-under-Lyne and is the closest DVSA test centre.
The pass rate at Manchester (Failsworth) is 42.2%, which is below the national average.
Local pass rate at Manchester (Failsworth) is 42.2% versus the national average of 47.3%, a noticeable difference that suggests tougher local routes or stricter marking.
Yes, males pass at 46.3% and females at 38.3% at Manchester (Failsworth), showing a clear split in results.
There are 14 instructors listed in the Ashton-under-Lyne area, so you have a modest choice of local trainers.
Average local lesson cost is about £37 per hour.
Time to pass varies with individual ability, frequency of lessons and practice.
Manchester (Failsworth) runs over 10,500 tests a year, so demand is steady and popular dates can fill quickly.
Motorway driving is useful for overall confidence but is not part of the standard practical test for first-time drivers.
Chadderton is about 4.4 miles away and can be an alternative if Manchester (Failsworth) is busy.
Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour.
Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice.
If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars.
You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line.
Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews.
Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons.

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