Learning to drive costs money, so it helps to plan. This guide shows you what to budget for in Burgess Hill, Mid Sussex and across West Sussex, without any guesswork about prices.
Quick answer: budget for lessons, your theory test, your practical test and your provisional licence. Lesson prices are set by each instructor, so check the pricing page for AK Automatic Driving School and GOV.UK for official fees.
What to budget for
| Cost | Where to check |
|---|---|
| Provisional licence | GOV.UK |
| Driving lessons | Pricing page |
| Theory test | GOV.UK |
| Practical test | GOV.UK |
How many lessons?
GOV.UK says there is no minimum number of lessons you must have before you book your test. It varies by person, so build in some flexibility rather than a fixed number.
Ways to spread the cost
- Ask whether block bookings are available and what they include
- Book regular lessons so you keep what you learn
- Practise theory between lessons
- Book your test when you are ready, not too early
Instructor tip: always ask what a price includes and what the cancellation terms are before you book. For more on value, see affordable and reliable driving schools.
Frequently asked questions
Do prices vary between instructors?
Yes, instructors set their own.
Where can I see current test fees?
On the GOV.UK booking pages linked above.
Learn with AK Automatic Driving School
AK Automatic Driving School is run by a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor offering one-to-one automatic driving lessons in Brighton and Hove, Burgess Hill and Lancing, with Portslade and Shoreham-by-Sea also covered. Read more about automatic driving lessons in Burgess Hill, check the pricing page or send an enquiry to talk through what you need. You can also explore our automatic driving lessons on our main website.