Driving Instructors in Bonnybridge

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Instructors
8
Avg Price
£44/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Grangemouth (5.6 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
47.3%
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There are 8 driving instructors in Bonnybridge. Prices range from £43.33 to £44.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 23 reviews.

8
Instructors
£44/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
23 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Bonnybridge 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 Bonnybridge 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.
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Best Driving Instructors in Bonnybridge

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Andrew Edwards
3.8 mi

Andrew Edwards

Falkirk
5.0
15 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Citroen C3 1.2 Puretech

Andrew Edwards is a fully qualified DVSA driving instructor with over 20 years of experience, teaching across the Falkirk area. He is calm, patient a…

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Gareth
8.9 mi

Gareth

Stirling
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Gareth runs Marchant School of Motoring, which he set up in Stirling back in 2000. With over twenty years of teaching experience, he is well known lo…

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Colin Glashan
8.6 mi

Colin Glashan

Falkirk
5.0
2 reviews
Automatic 60 min

Colin Glashan is a government-approved driving instructor (ADI) and has been teaching people to drive since 2006. He is based in the Falkirk area of …

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Carolyn McKinnon
9.5 mi

Carolyn McKinnon

Airdrie
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Carolyn McKinnon is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and runs her own independent driving school. She's a female instru…

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HZ
3.7 mi

Helen Zellman

Falkirk
Manual & Auto 90 min Evenings + Weekends
Mercedes

Helen Zellman is a Grade 'A' DVSA approved driving instructor with over 18 years of experience. She owns and runs 'Pass With Class' in Falkirk and co…

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£43 /hour
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Stephen Mullen
5.3 mi

Stephen Mullen

Cumbernauld
Manual & Auto 60 min
Vauxhall Corsa

Stephen Mullen has been a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) since 2006, so you're in very safe hands. With over 17 years o…

£44 /hour
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Richard
5.3 mi

Richard

Cumbernauld
Manual & Auto 60 min

Richard is a friendly driving instructor based in Cumbernauld, offering relaxed, professional lessons in the local area. He keeps things clear and ca…

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Colin
8.9 mi

Colin

Stirling
Manual & Auto 60 min

Colin is a friendly, professional driving instructor based in Stirling, teaching with the LDC driving school. His lessons are calm and relaxed, so yo…

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Learning to Drive in Bonnybridge

Bonnybridge is a small town with a local feel and short drives to nearby test centres. You can reach Grangemouth in under 6 miles, and Stirling and Airdrie are also within easy reach. Lessons here mix quiet residential streets with short stretches of busier roads. That variety helps you build confidence in different situations.

Nearest Test Centre: Grangemouth

The nearest DVSA test centre is Grangemouth, about 5.6 miles from Bonnybridge. Grangemouth runs roughly 1,253 tests a year, so appointment slots are regular. Its pass rate is 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Expect standard theory and practical testing facilities and a short drive from town.

47.3%
Overall Pass Rate
49.5%
Male Pass Rate
45.4%
Female Pass Rate
5.6 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Grangemouth's pass rate is 47.3%, which matches the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates pass at about 49.5% while female candidates pass at about 45.4%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Stirling posts a 42.6% pass rate and Airdrie 41.4%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Those local differences mean picking the right test centre can affect your odds slightly.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential streets to nail clutch control and junctions. Progress to the main route into Grangemouth to practise roundabouts and short dual-carriageway sections. Watch for periods of heavy traffic, especially during shift-change times at local workplaces, and practice lane discipline. Keep an eye on wet surfaces and reduced grip in colder months, and practise stopping distances.

Choosing an Instructor in Bonnybridge

There are eight local instructors listed around Bonnybridge, so availability is reasonable. Expect average hourly rates near £44, but check what that includes and whether block bookings lower the price. Look for an ADI who knows the route to Grangemouth and the common local test routes. Ask about pass rates and recent pupil feedback before you commit.

Lesson Costs in Bonnybridge

Average lesson prices in the area sit around £44 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book blocks or intensive courses.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence before you book lessons or tests. Book theory and then practical tests, with Grangemouth the closest practical centre at 5.6 miles. Use one of the eight local instructors to prepare for the common local junctions and test routes. Regular lessons and mock tests will help you time your test with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Grangemouth is the nearest practical test centre, about 5.6 miles from Bonnybridge.
Grangemouth's pass rate is 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Yes.
There are eight instructors recorded for the Bonnybridge area.
Average lessons cost about 44 per hour.
Learning time varies by pupil, but regular weekly lessons and targeted practice will speed progress.
You can choose Stirling or Airdrie, but their pass rates are lower at 42.6% and 41.4% respectively, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Many local instructors offer intensive or block-course options, but availability varies.
Practise junctions, roundabouts and short stretches of faster roads on the run towards Grangemouth.
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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