Looking for automatic driving lessons in Edinburgh? Whether you’re a complete beginner, returning to driving or preparing for your test, We’ll tailor every lesson to your ability and help you build the confidence and skills you need to drive safely and independently.
£40/hour introductory lesson
Regular lessons from £42/hour
Door-to-door service
Learning to drive can feel stressful, especially when you’re nervous or lacking confidence.
Simple approach: patient instruction, clear explanations and lessons tailored to you.
We won’t rush you. We’ll work at a pace that allows you to understand what you’re doing, build your confidence and make steady progress.
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Learn in an automatic vehicle with lessons designed around your individual ability and goals.
Whether you’re nervous, completely new to driving or returning after a break, we’ll help you build confidence step by step.
Collection and drop off from and to agreed locations within coverage area, making your lessons convenient and easy to fit around your day.
Every learner is different. Your lessons will focus on the skills you need to improve rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
As you progress, we’ll work on the skills and situations you’ll need to handle confidently on your driving test.
Want to learn faster? Intensive and semi-intensive options are available for suitable learners.
Not sure whether automatic lessons are right for you?
Your introductory lesson is a great opportunity to meet your instructor, get comfortable in the car and find out how your lessons will work.
Regular lessons from £42/hour
Minimum lesson time: 1.5 hours
Block bookings are also available for learners who want to save on the cost of their lessons.
Route Driving School provides automatic driving lessons in Edinburgh and surrounding areas, including:
Edinburgh · Currie · Musselburgh · Haddington
If you’re unsure whether your area is covered, get in touch and I’ll be happy to check.
Prepare for your driving test with lessons covering all types of busy roads, junctions, roundabouts manoeuvres and situations you need to handle confidently.
Build your confidence around the area and work on the skills required to become a safe, independent driver.
If you’re taking your test in Haddington, lessons can be tailored towards your test preparation and the local road environment, country roads and narrow streets.
Hi, I’m Filippos
I’m a DVSA-approved driving instructor specialising in automatic driving lessons.
My aim is to make learning to drive a positive experience. I know that many learners feel nervous when they first get behind the wheel, so I focus on creating a calm and supportive environment where you can learn at your own pace.
Every lesson is tailored to your individual needs. We’ll identify the areas you need to improve, work on them together and build your confidence as your driving develops.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or getting ready for your test, I’m here to help you become a safe and confident driver.
We’ll build that confidence together, one lesson at a time.
Yes. Route Driving School specialises in automatic driving lessons.
Introductory lessons are £40/hour and regular lessons start from £42/hour. Please see the full price list for current block-booking and pay as you go options.
The minimum lesson time is 1.5 hours.
Yes. Intensive and semi-intensive courses are available depending on your circumstances.
Yes. Door-to-door collection is available within the areas covered by Route Driving School.
Lessons are available for learners using Currie, Musselburgh and Haddington test centres.
Absolutely. Many learners lack confidence when they start. Lessons are tailored to your ability and progress, with a calm and supportive approach.
You can book your first lesson using the enquiry form , WhatsApp , call or text to arrange your first lesson.