What does a lesson cost in Fulham?

The average price per hour in Fulham is 39. Costs depend on the instructors experience, lesson length, and whether you book peak times or blocks of lessons.

Should I take my practical test at Mitcham or another nearby centre?

Mitcham is nearest at 5.5 miles and handles a high volume of tests. Nearby options include Isleworth at about 5.7 miles with a 42.4% pass rate and another London Mitcham entry at 5.8 miles with 51.0% pass rate, so compare pass rates and travel time before you book (Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)).

How long will it take to pass my driving test from a Fulham start point?

Times vary by learner ability, practice and lesson frequency. Some people pass in a few months with regular lessons, others take longer; regular practice on Fulham streets and mock tests at the test centre will speed progress.

How do I get to Mitcham test centre from Fulham?

Mitcham is roughly 5.5 miles away, typically reached via Putney Bridge and the main A roads. Allow extra time for peak traffic when planning your journey on test day.

What should I practise for test routes when learning in Fulham?

Focus on bus lanes and one-way streets around Fulham Road and New Kings Road, and practise junctions at Fulham Broadway and Lillie Road. Work on vehicle positioning, junction observations and dealing calmly with cyclists and buses during busy periods.

How much do driving lessons cost?

Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour. Many instructors offer discounted rates for block bookings of 10 or more lessons. First lessons are often discounted to help you get started.

How many driving lessons will I need to pass?

Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice. However, this varies based on your confidence, how quickly you learn, and how often you practice between lessons.

Should I learn in a manual or automatic car?

If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars. Passing in a manual gives you the flexibility to drive both. Automatics are easier to learn in and becoming more popular, especially with electric vehicles on the rise.

How do I book my driving test?

You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line. You will need your provisional licence number and your theory test pass certificate number. Tests cost £62 on weekdays or £75 on evenings and weekends.

What should I look for in a driving instructor?

Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews. Consider their availability, the type of car they use, their teaching style, and whether they offer the lesson times you need. A good instructor should be patient, clear in their explanations, and make you feel comfortable.

Can I use my own car for driving lessons?

Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons. However, some may offer lessons in your car for an additional fee. You would need to ensure your car is properly insured for learner driver use.

Find My Instructor Search

Find a driving instructor in Fulham without chasing people one by one.

Learning to drive in Fulham means city-style roads with a neighbourhood feel. Rush-hour traffic on Fulham Road and New Kings Road mixes with quieter residential streets near Fulham Palace Road. You will face bus lanes, cyclists and short one-way sections around Fulham Broadway. Lessons here suit people who want to gain confidence in busy, inner-London conditions.

Start free instructor search

You pay the instructor directly for lessons. We only charge a small booking fee of £18.99 to £34.99 if we secure you a real start date, and it is refunded if you do not start on the agreed date.

Covering Fulham

instructors we may be able to check for you

Manual coverage

Automatic coverage

What we confirm before any fee

Availability, lesson price, start date, and how you will pay the instructor directly.

Free to start

No upfront payment to submit your search. You pay the instructor directly for lessons, and we only charge a small booking fee if we secure a real start date.

Local proof, not guesswork

Local lesson prices currently range from £40 to £40 per hour, paid directly to your instructor.

You can prioritise a name

If a profile catches your eye, we can try that instructor first, then continue nearby if they are unavailable.

Area coverage

12 instructors

Typical price

£40 to £40/hr

Average rating

5.0 / 5

Nearest test centre

Mitcham (London)

Local instructor proof

We check availability so you do not have to chase.

These profiles help show the local instructor pool. Your main route is still to start a free search and let us confirm who can actually take you on.

Ali

Chiswick

5.0

Manual + automatic

Ali is a Grade A Driving Instructor in West London with a great reputation and a strong pass rate. Loads of his pupils pass f...

Nervous learners Intensive

Check Ali first View profile

Junaid

London

5.0

Manual + automatic

Junaid Aslam is a DVSA approved driving instructor with Kudos Driving School, offering relaxed but professional driving lesso...

Evenings Weekends

Check Junaid first View profile

Asif

Wembley

5.0

Manual + automatic

Asif Zamir runs 1Driving.co.uk Driving School and has over 12 years of experience. He is a former DVSA driving examiner, so h...

Evenings Weekends

Check Asif first View profile

Mitesh

Hounslow

5.0

Manual

Mitesh is a DVSA-approved driving instructor who really puts his students first. He knows everyone learns differently, so he ...

Evenings Weekends

Check Mitesh first View profile

Balv

West London

5.0

Manual + automatic

Balv is a fully qualified ADI, registered with the DVSA, and the instructor behind JD Driving School in West London. He quali...

Evenings Weekends

Check Balv first View profile

Jaggy

London

5.0

Manual + automatic From £40/hr

Hi, I'm Jaggy. I run JK Driving School in London, and I've been teaching people to drive automatic cars here for a while now....

Evenings Weekends

Check Jaggy first View profile

How it works here

You tell us the shape of the lessons. We do the chasing.

Start with your postcode or town

Choose manual or automatic, tell us when you want to start, and add a preferred instructor if you already have one in mind.

We secure real availability

We only move forward with instructors who can cover your area and match the requirements you chose, including transmission and instructor preference where supplied.

You review the offer before paying

You see the confirmed lesson price, likely start date, and how you will pay the instructor directly. We only charge the small booking fee once you are happy to go ahead.

Local snapshot

Area covered: Fulham
Visible instructors: 12
Booking fee only: £18.99 to £34.99
Nearest test centre: Mitcham (London)

In Fulham

Local lesson prices currently range from £40 to £40 per hour, paid directly to your instructor.

The nearest test centre is Mitcham (London) with an overall pass rate of 45.4%.

Questions people ask

Finding a driving instructor in Fulham

Which DVSA test centre is closest to Fulham? +

The closest centre is Mitcham (London), about 5.5 miles from Fulham. That centre ran 10,973 tests in 2024-2025, so booking ahead is advised (Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)).

How does Mitcham's pass rate compare with the national average? +

Mitcham has a 45.4% pass rate compared with a national average of 47.3%. Both figures are from the DVSA for 2024-2025 (Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)).

Are there large gender differences in pass rates at the Mitcham centre? +

Yes, male candidates at Mitcham pass at 49.6% while female candidates pass at 41.3%, according to DVSA 2024-2025 data (Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)). That gap reflects local variation you may want to discuss with an instructor.

How many instructors are available in Fulham? +

There are 26 instructors recorded in the Fulham area. Availability changes, so contact a few and ask about evening or weekend slots if you need flexibility.

Start in Fulham

Tell us what you need. We'll find the instructor.

Search is free to start. You pay the instructor directly for lessons, and we only charge the small booking fee after we have confirmed a real instructor, a start date, and the lesson details.

Start free instructor search

Booking fee if matched: £18.99 to £34.99. Lesson payments go directly to your instructor.

Find a driving instructor in Fulham without chasing people one by one.

We check availability so you do not have to chase.

Ali

Junaid

Asif

Mitesh

Balv

Jaggy

You tell us the shape of the lessons. We do the chasing.

Start with your postcode or town

We secure real availability

You review the offer before paying

Finding a driving instructor in Fulham

Tell us what you need. We'll find the instructor.

Message

Confirm