Driving Instructors in Rushden

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Instructors
2
Avg Price
£36/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Wellingborough (4.1 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
50.0%
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There are 2 driving instructors in Rushden. The average price is £36 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 5 reviews.

2
Instructors
£36/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
5 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Jim
7.3 mi

Jim

Kettering
5.0
5 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Yaris Hybrid

Jim is a friendly, highly recommended automatic driving instructor based in Barton Seagrave, Kettering. He keeps lessons relaxed and supportive, and …

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Karl
8.9 mi

Karl

Kettering
Manual & Auto 60 min

Karl is an Approved Driving Instructor with over 32 years of experience and well over 1,000 test passes. He runs Karl's Driving School in Northampton…

Intensive
£36 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Rushden

Learning to drive in Rushden feels practical and town-centred. Lessons tend to focus on shopping streets, roundabouts near the High Street, and quieter estate roads. You will spend time building confidence in tight town lanes before moving to faster routes out towards Wellingborough. Local driving is steady rather than hectic, so you can learn at a measured pace.

Nearest Test Centre: Wellingborough

Wellingborough is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 4.1 miles away, and is the place most Rushden learners use. Expect a mix of town and dual carriageway routes on the test, and around 186 tests are carried out there each year. The centre reports a 50% overall pass rate. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

50.0%
Overall Pass Rate
60.3%
Male Pass Rate
43.4%
Female Pass Rate
4.1 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Wellingborough's overall pass rate of 50% is slightly above the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Wellingborough pass at 60.3% while female candidates pass at 43.4%, showing a noticeable gap. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Kettering posts 47.5% and Bedford 44.2%, which gives context for testing options around Rushden. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons around Rushden High Street to get used to pedestrian crossings and narrow lanes. Practice left and right turns onto busier roads during off-peak hours so you learn judgement without heavy traffic. Spend time on estate roads drilling junction observation and mirror checks, then do a few longer runs out towards Wellingborough to experience higher speed limits. If you take a test at Wellingborough, drive the route out of Rushden at least once beforehand so you know the main approach roads.

Choosing an Instructor in Rushden

There are only two local instructors listed in Rushden, so availability can be limited at peak times. Expect an average hourly rate of around £36, but ask about block booking discounts and pass-price offers. Look for an instructor who knows Wellingborough test routes and who can give mock tests on similar roads. Choose someone with clear feedback and flexible lesson slots around your work or study hours.

Lesson Costs in Rushden

Lessons in Rushden average about £36 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you buy block bookings or single hours.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online and book your theory test early so you can learn with a clear target. Take a mix of professional lessons and supervised practice on local streets, then book your practical test at Wellingborough when your instructor says you are ready. Allow time for waiting lists, since local instructor numbers are small and test slots can fill up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Wellingborough test centre is about 4.1 miles from Rushden, so travel is short and direct for most learners.
Wellingborough has an overall pass rate of 50%.
Wellingborough's 50% pass rate sits slightly above the national average of 47.3%.
Yes, male candidates at Wellingborough pass at 60.3% while female candidates pass at 43.4%.
Average local lessons cost about £36 per hour.
Learning time varies by learner and practice time, but many people need several months of regular lessons and private practice.
There are two local instructors listed for Rushden, so your choice is limited and popular slots may book quickly.
Kettering is about 8.2 miles away with a 47.5% pass rate and Bedford is about 12.2 miles away with a 44.2% pass rate, so you can compare distance and pass rates when booking.
Practise around Rushden High Street for junctions and pedestrian awareness, and do longer runs towards Wellingborough to experience higher speed roads.
Wellingborough conducts about 186 tests per year, which gives a sense of its throughput and potential booking lead times.
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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