The Quickest Way to Learn to Drive 🚗

From getting your provisional licence to passing your test — here’s your complete guide.

Step 1: Get Your Provisional Licence

You can apply for a provisional licence from age 15 years and 9 months, but you must be 17 to drive. Apply online via DVLA (£34).

  • Apply early to avoid delays.
  • Keep it safe — you’ll need it for lessons & tests.

Step 2: Pass Your Theory Test

Cost: £23 — includes multiple choice & hazard perception.

Tips to Pass Quickly:

  • Use DVSA apps & practice tests.
  • Study regularly — don’t cram.
  • Watch official hazard perception clips.

Step 3: Driving Lessons

The DVSA found the average learner needs 47 hours with an instructor + 22 hours with family/friends.

Weekly Lessons

Spread out over months. Better if you prefer gradual learning and need more confidence.

Intensive Courses

Lessons every day for faster progress. Best for confident learners or if you need to pass quickly.

Step 4: Extra Practice with Parents or Friends

Practising outside of lessons boosts confidence and speeds up learning. But you’ll need L plates and learner driver insurance.

  • Supervisor must be 21+ (25+ for insurance) with 3 years full UK licence.
  • L plates must be displayed correctly.
  • You must be insured to drive their car as a learner.

Learner Driver Insurance

Tempcover offers flexible policies from 12 hours to 28 days. Perfect for private practice or taking your driving test in a family car.

✔ Flexible

Choose 12 hours, 1 day, or 28 days.

✔ Stand-Alone Policy

No impact on parents’ No Claims Discount.

✔ Comprehensive Cover

Car, learner, and third parties are all protected.

Step 5: Booking Your Practical Test

You’re ready when you can drive confidently without instructor help. Book your test at GOV.UK and ask your instructor for a mock test.

  • Practise in different conditions (night, rain, traffic).
  • Don’t rush — only book when you’re truly ready.
  • On test day: stay calm, focus on the road, and don’t stress over small mistakes.
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