Driving Instructors in Ferryhill

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Instructors
4
Avg Price
£39/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Durham (4.6 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
60.1%
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There are 4 driving instructors in Ferryhill. The average price is £39 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 35 reviews.

4
Instructors
£39/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
35 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Ferryhill 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 Ferryhill 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 Ferryhill

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Andy McDonald
5.3 mi

Andy McDonald

Bishop Auckland
5.0
29 reviews
Manual & Auto 90 min Evenings + Weekends

Andy McDonald is a very experienced DVSA-recognised top-tier driving instructor and co-leads The Driving Academy in Bishop Auckland. He's all about k…

Nervous Drivers
£39 /hour
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Geoff
6.2 mi

Geoff

Durham
5.0
6 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Geoff is a friendly, down to earth driving instructor based in Durham city centre, with over 8 years of experience helping people become safe, confid…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Jack
4.9 mi

Jack

Newton Aycliffe
Manual & Auto 60 min

Jack's Driving School has been helping learners get on the road since 1992. They are based in Newton Aycliffe and cover Darlington, Bishop Auckland, …

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Ian McQuillan
6.2 mi

Ian McQuillan

County Durham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mercedes A Class

Ian McQuillan is a fully qualified Grade A Approved Driving Instructor with over 19 years of experience, running his own driving school in County Dur…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Learning to Drive in Ferryhill

Learning to drive in Ferryhill feels like learning in a small town with quick access to bigger roads. Local streets around Ferryhill Market Place and Chilton Lane are usually calm, but you'll meet busier routes on the A688 and A167. Lessons here often include short rural sections and trips into Durham for busier junction practice. You get a mix of quiet practice roads and nearby urban driving within a short distance.

Nearest Test Centre: Durham

Durham test centre is about 4.6 miles away, so most practical tests are taken there. Expect both residential streets and more complex centre-city junctions on the test routes. Durham has a pass rate of 60.1%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, and runs about 6,690 tests a year, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. You may need to travel into Durham for motorway lessons and multi-lane roundabout practice.

60.1%
Overall Pass Rate
64.9%
Male Pass Rate
56.2%
Female Pass Rate
4.6 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Durham's pass rate of 60.1% is noticeably higher than the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Durham pass at 64.9% while female candidates pass at 56.2%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Darlington and Hartlepool have lower pass rates at 46% and 42% respectively, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. With only three local instructors, lesson experience and local test preparation can affect candidate success.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet streets around Ferryhill Market Place to build basic control. Move on to Chilton Lane and the A688 for junction practice and lane discipline. Spend time on the A167 to practise merging and dealing with faster traffic. Visit Durham with your instructor to learn the test routes and how traffic changes near the city centre. Practice roundabouts and multi-lane junctions before your test at the Durham centre. Try a lesson that includes a short motorway drive if you plan to take a motorway manoeuvre assessment.

Choosing an Instructor in Ferryhill

There are three local instructors, so availability can be limited at peak times. Look for an ADI with good local knowledge of Ferryhill and the Durham test routes, and who offers dual-control training. Expect average lesson prices around £39 per hour and ask about block booking discounts. Choose someone who will take you to Durham for test-specific practice.

Lesson Costs in Ferryhill

Average lesson price in Ferryhill is about £39 per hour. Total cost will depend on how many hours you need, whether you book block lessons, and if you pay extra for motorway or Durham-centre trips.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online and book your theory test as your first step. Start lessons with a local ADI and practise until you feel ready to book a practical at Durham. Pass the theory test first, then arrange a block of lessons focused on the Durham test routes. When your instructor is confident, book the practical test at Durham and include a mock test beforehand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Durham test centre is about 4.6 miles from Ferryhill, making it the nearest practical test location.
Durham has a pass rate of 60.1%, which is above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
There are three driving instructors listed in Ferryhill.
Average lesson price in Ferryhill is about 39 per hour.
Learning time varies with individual ability and lesson frequency.
At Durham, male candidates have a pass rate of 64.9% and female candidates have a pass rate of 56.2%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Start on local streets around Ferryhill Market Place and Chilton Lane to build control.
Durham runs about 6,690 tests a year, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so it is moderately busy.
Darlington has a pass rate of 46% and Hartlepool 42%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, both lower than Durham's 60.1%.
Many instructors offer mock tests at the Durham centre or similar practice routes, but you should confirm this when booking.
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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