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Instructors
10
Avg Price
£47/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Kirkcaldy (6.9 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
49.1%
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There are 10 driving instructors in Burntisland. Prices range from £45.00 to £52.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 54 reviews.

10
Instructors
£47/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
54 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Burntisland 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 Burntisland 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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Susie Russell
4.5 mi

Susie

Kirkcaldy
5.0
5 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Susie Russell is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in Kirkcaldy. She's a fully qualified ADI with over two years of official teaching …

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James Senter
7.3 mi

James

Touch
5.0
3 reviews
Manual 60 min

James Senter is a calm, friendly driving instructor with a great record of getting learners through their test first time, even during the pandemic. …

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Phil Willis
7.5 mi

Phil

Edinburgh
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Phil Willis. I've been a driving instructor in Edinburgh for over 25 years now, since I started my school back in 1994. I focus on giving you…

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Abid
7.5 mi

Abid

Edinburgh
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Abid. I've been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2014, teaching people to drive around Edinburgh. I'm based near the Currie Test Centre a…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
£45 /hour
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Gordon Blair
4.5 mi

Gordon

Kirkcaldy
4.9
30 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Gordon Blair is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and ORDIT registered trainer of instructors. He runs his own LDC drivi…

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David
7.5 mi

David

Edinburgh
4.9
13 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor who has been teaching learners from all sorts of backgrounds across Edinburgh for years. He is calm, p…

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Caroline Robertson
7.5 mi

Caroline

Edinburgh
Manual 60 min Weekends

Hi, I'm Caroline Robertson. I'm a fully qualified female Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Edinburgh. I've…

Intensive
£46 /hour
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Dimitris Tsiokas Kitsiopoulos
7.5 mi

Dimitris

Edinburgh
Manual & Auto 60 min
Citroen

Hi, I'm Dimitris. I've been teaching people to drive around Edinburgh for a good while now, and I really enjoy helping learners get their confidence …

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Katherine Hartley
7.5 mi

Katherine

Edinburgh
Manual 60 min
Mazda 2 SE L+

Katherine Hartley has been a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor since 2006, based in Edinburgh. She's up to date with all the latest tr…

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£52 /hour
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Stephen Smith
8 mi

Stephen

Dunfermline
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Stephen Smith is a friendly, independent driving instructor based in Dunfermline. He's an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who's all about making le…

£45 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Burntisland

Learning to drive in Burntisland feels local and manageable. You will find a small pool of instructors serving the town, so lessons often have a friendly, familiar feel. Travel to the nearest DVSA test centre in Kirkcaldy is straightforward, making mock tests practical to organise. The town sits in Scotland and offers a mix of quiet streets and busier coastal routes for varied practice.

Nearest Test Centre: Kirkcaldy

The nearest DVSA centre is Kirkcaldy, about 6.9 miles away, so expect a short drive for your test. Kirkcaldy runs around 2,442 tests a year, so appointment slots are regular though they can fill on busy days, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. The centre's pass rate is 49.1%, slightly above the national average, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Plan for parking and an extra 10 to 20 minutes to find the entrance on test day.

49.1%
Overall Pass Rate
53.2%
Male Pass Rate
45.1%
Female Pass Rate
6.9 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Kirkcaldy's pass rate is 49.1%, above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male learners at Kirkcaldy pass at 53.2% while female learners pass at 45.1%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Dunfermline (Vine) shows a 50.5% pass rate and Edinburgh (Musselburgh) sits at 42.6%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. These differences mean you may see small advantages or challenges depending on which centre you choose.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on the quieter residential roads and build confidence before tackling the busier coastal routes. Practice heading out to A921 and along the seafront so you can handle tidal traffic and passing manoeuvres. Work on junctions and hill starts near the High Street where parked cars and pedestrians are common. Make sure you rehearse the kinds of roundabouts and filter lanes you will meet on the way to Kirkcaldy.

Choosing an Instructor in Burntisland

There are six local instructors listed for Burntisland, so meet a few and ask about experience and pass rates. Expect different teaching styles, so arrange a short trial lesson to see if you get on. If no local availability suits you, ask if the instructor will travel to Kirkcaldy for lessons and mock tests. Be clear about lesson length and cancellation terms before you book.

Lesson Costs in Burntisland

No average lesson price is provided for Burntisland in the data, so check each instructor for current rates. Factors that affect cost include lesson length, travel to the test centre, and whether you take block-booked sessions or one-off lessons.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence and then book your first lesson with a local instructor. Your instructor will guide you through theory test preparation and practical lesson progress. When you and your instructor agree you are ready, book a test at Kirkcaldy or a nearby centre. Bring your provisional licence and any required documents on test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest test centre is Kirkcaldy, about 6.9 miles from Burntisland.
Kirkcaldy's pass rate is 49.1%, which is above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
At Kirkcaldy male learners pass at 53.2% and female learners pass at 45.1%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
There are six instructors listed for Burntisland.
No average price is provided for Burntisland in the supplied data, so you will need to check individual instructor rates.
Nearby centres include Dunfermline (Vine) at about 7.5 miles with a 50.5% pass rate, and Edinburgh (Musselburgh) at 10.6 miles with a 42.6% pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Learning time varies with your availability and ability.
With six local instructors, slots exist but can be limited at peak times.
Kirkcaldy carries out about 2,442 tests a year, which indicates regular test availability, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Yes, practising the route and road types you will meet on the way to Kirkcaldy helps reduce surprises on test day.
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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