Beginner

48-hour driving course

Never driven. Full course including theory, tests and retake protection. This 48-hour block is the canonical full-beginner option at this length.

Klarna · from £752/mo

Beginner 48h

Longest runway, lessons only.

£2,256

48 hours · no test

  • Test Booking Assist included free
  • 48 hours on the road
  • Bring your own test slot
  • 45-day instructor match guarantee
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Who this course is for

The 48-hour beginner course is designed for learners who have never sat behind the wheel or have only a handful of hours under their belt. You'll build from zero — cockpit drill, clutch control, moving off — through to independent driving and test-standard manoeuvres.

What to expect

Your instructor follows a structured syllabus that covers all 15 DVSA skill areas, with mock tests scheduled at roughly the two-thirds mark so you know exactly where you stand before the real thing. Most 48-hour learners complete the course in 8–12 weeks depending on weekly availability.

Total tuition

48 hours

Typical cadence

2-hour lessons, 2–3 times per week

Practical test

You book at gov.uk — free Test Booking Assist included

What's included

  • DVSA-approved local instructor matched to your postcode
  • Pick-up and drop-off from your chosen address
  • DVSA-standard syllabus tracked in your student portal
  • Mid-course mock test with feedback
  • Theory test booking guidance + pass-first-time resources
  • Klarna 3× monthly split available (every package of £700+)
  • 45-day money-back guarantee on instructor match

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