Automatic Driving Lessons Northampton
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Book Automatic Driving Lessons in Northampton Today
You can’t go wrong with our deal of the day! Book 10 hours with a friendly driving instructor in Northampton for just £370. This offer comes with a full money-back guarantee and an immediate start. You won’t have to wait weeks for an automatic lesson. Sign up, and we’ll get you behind the wheel in just a few days.
How to book your driving lessons
Forget the anxious waits, out-of-order numbers and disappointing phone calls with instructors. Booking automatic lessons in Northampton with Book Learn Pass is quick, simple and hassle-free.
Complete the form
Fill in the form above and tell us exactly what you want from your driving lessons. Once we have your details, we’ll create the perfect course and pair you with the right driving instructor.
Make payment
You need to make a payment to secure your booking. It costs £370 for 10 automatic lessons, but don’t worry, your money is safe with our 100% money-back guarantee.
Sit back and wait for your start date
Once we have your details and preferences, we’ll contact one of our driving instructors in Northampton to get an idea of their availability. We’ll then give you a call with a list of potential dates for your first driving lesson. We aim to get you behind the wheel within a couple of days of signup.
If you need help booking your lessons our customer service team are always on hand to help. You can send us a text or give us a call on 07885235343, 7 days a week from 8am to 9pm. If you like to get in touch via email, you can drop us a note on bookings@booklearnpass.co.uk and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Manual driving lessons in Northampton
You can also book manual driving lessons if you’ve changed your mind about learning to drive in an automatic. However, if you’ve decided to switch, keep in mind that it might take a bit longer to pass your driving test, as you’ll need to master the clutch and get to grips with changing gear.
If you do pass your test in a manual car, you do have the option of driving an automatic vehicle once you have your licence. On the other hand, if you pass in an automatic, you won’t be able to drive in a manual, so it’s worth weighing up the pros and cons of each.
How much do automatic driving lessons in Northampton cost?
Automatic driving lessons cost £40 per hour. However, our offer of 10 lessons for £370 will save you £30. 20 automatic lessons will cost you £740, which works out at £37 per hour.
We’ve created this table to show how we stack up against other driving instructors in Northampton.
| Driving School / Instructor | Price for 10 Lessons | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| A Pass Driving School | £385 | 07970 162626 |
| IB Driving School | £380 | 07871267464 |
Check the fine print whenever you’re booking lessons. Some driving schools change their prices based on the time of or the day of the week. For example, daytime lessons may be cheaper than evenings, or day weekend lessons might cost more than the weekday equivalent.
Look out for any associated transaction fees if you book driving lessons online. For example, Pro-motion driving school in Northampton charge £35 per hour + a 3% transaction fee, bringing the total price to £36.22p. In addition, you must book at least 2 hours when using their online service, which will cost you £72.44p.
Why choose Book Learn Pass
Start Immediately
We have spaces available! You won’t wait weeks for your first driving lesson; once we’ve confirmed your booking, we’ll get you behind the wheel in just a few days.
Money-back guarantee
Book your lessons in confidence. If there are any issues with your booking, or you’re unhappy with our service, we’ll issue you a full refund as soon as possible.
Flexible courses
Our flexible team of instructors is ready to accommodate all your needs. We have everything from single lessons to intensive courses with pre-booked driving tests.
Free study guides
You can access hundreds of guides and training resources across our website. Our study content will help you as you move from a novice to an experienced driver.
World-class customer support
We have a dedicated and friendly customer support team on hand to answer any questions and solve any issues you might have.
Olivia recently learnt to drive with us and passed her driving test at Northampton Test Centre test in July 2022. Here’s what she had to say about us;
I passed in three months and only needed 36 lessons. I couldn’t have done it without my instructor Jess, she’s so patient, and we got on well. Thanks to Book Learn Pass for organising my sessions and discounts.
Intensive driving courses in Northampton
Fill in the form above, and we’ll book you onto an automatic driving crash course. We can tailor the course to match your requirements, so let us know how long you’d like the course to last and whether you need a theory or practical test included with your lessons.
Our intensive driving courses range from £40-£50 per hour, with the final price dependent on the number of days and hours spent behind the wheel. Our 20-hour course costs £970, which works out at £47 per hour, while our 30-hour course costs £1,350, which works out at £45 per hour.
Should you book an intensive driving course?
Pros
Potential to pass your test in a few weeks
Back-to-back sessions help you progress quicker
Go from a complete novice to test standard in a week
Cons
Can be relatively expensive
Doesn’t suit all learner drivers
You may have to wait a bit longer to start your lessons
Taking your driving test in Northampton
If you’re learning to drive in Northampton, there’s a good chance you’ll take your test at Northampton Driving Test Centre. The site is located in Gladstone Business Centre and there’s parking and disabled access if required.
| Month | Tests Taken | Tests Passed | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2021 | 291 | 174 | 59.79% |
| May 2021 | 814 | 418 | 51.35% |
| June 2021 | 858 | 425 | 49.53% |
| July 2021 | 672 | 329 | 48.96% |
| August 2021 | 823 | 383 | 46.54% |
| September 2021 | 825 | 379 | 45.94% |
| October 2021 | 844 | 402 | 47.63% |
| November 2021 | 997 | 463 | 46.44% |
| December 2021 | 786 | 388 | 49.36% |
| January 2022 | 757 | 339 | 44.78% |
| February 2022 | 889 | 388 | 43.64% |
| March 2022 | 1,176 | 568 | 48.30% |
| Total | 9,732 | 4,656 | 47.84% |
Looking back 12 months from March 2022, 9,732 tests were taken at Northampton test centre and the site had an overall pass rate of 47.84%, which is just about the national average. The number of tests conducted in this period is down compared to previous years, mainly due to Covid-19 and several national lockdowns.
Although the pass rate was 59% in April 2021, it’s worth noting the small sample size could be skewing the results in that particular month.
The waiting time for a test is around four months, so you’ll need to book your driving test after a few lessons if you’re to pass on time. If you can’t wait four months for a test, you can find an earlier test date with our driving test cancellation checker.
As your driving improves and you reach test standard, your driving instructor will set up a mock practical test to show you what it’s like to drive under test conditions. You’ll fail your mock test if you pick up a serious or dangerous fault.
Your mock test will take you around a typical text route at Northampton test centre and here’s a video of a typical test route.
Areas covered in Northampton
- Abington, Northampton
A popular district in Northampton, Abington is located two miles east of the town centre. With a population of 10,006 in 2020, up from 9,668 in 2011, it’s well populated, and we’ve helped several learner drivers in the local area pass the driving test.
- Delapre and Briar Hill, Northampton
With a population of nearly 16,000, Delapre and Briar Hill is one of the largest wards in Northamptonshire. It’s home to the Grade II listed Delapre Abbey and the family-friendly Delapre Park.
The instructors we work with know the area well, and they’ll patiently guide you through your driving lessons.
- Dallington, Northampton
Located 1.5 miles from Northampton town centre, Dallington is a quiet suburb on the edge of town. With listed buildings, a large conservation area and good transport links, it’s an ideal place to live.
We work with several instructors in the Dallington area, so get in touch if you’re nearby and looking for automatic driving lessons.
FAQs
On average, you’ll need between 30 and 35 lessons to pass your driving test in an automatic car. This is less than you’ll need if you learn to drive a manual car. Automatics are easier to master as you don’t have to worry about using the clutch pedal or changing gears.
Yes, automatic driving lessons are more expensive because it costs more to insure an automatic vehicle. Premiums are higher due to the cost of repairs, and this means you may have to pay a bit more for your automatic lessons.
No, you do not have to take your test at Northampton Test Centre. You can book your driving test at any test centre in the UK, but it’s best to take your test in an area you’re familiar with.