Intensive Driving Courses in East Sussex
GetMyPass runs intensive driving courses right across East Sussex. Whether you are in Brighton, Hove and Hastings, our DVSA-approved instructors get you test-ready fast. Choose your area below or get in touch to book.
East Sussex runs from the coast at Eastbourne and Bexhill-on-Sea up through Battle and the Hastings conurbation to the Kent border near Rye, so learners here face a mix of driving conditions in a single county: seafront dual carriageways, tight historic town centres, and the national-speed-limit lanes that link villages like Battle to the coast. An intensive course covering Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill-on-Sea, Battle, Rye and St Leonards-on-Sea has to prepare learners for roundabouts and busy seafront traffic as well as narrower approach roads into market towns.
The county has two DVSA test centres with published pass rates: Eastbourne and Hastings (Ore).
Eastbourne sits fractionally above the 50% national average, while Hastings (Ore) sits a little below it. That is a small gap in real terms, but it is worth knowing before you book, because it can influence which centre you choose and how your instructor times your final weeks of practice around the test routes you will actually sit.
GetMyPass covers 6 towns across East Sussex, working with DVSA-approved local instructors at 2 local DVSA test centres. Our intensive courses run 6-8 hours per day and can take you from beginner to test-ready in as little as one week.
Pass rates across East Sussex averaged 52% in 2024/25. Our structured day-by-day approach means you build genuine driving confidence fast, arriving at the test centre properly prepared.
Whether you’re in Eastbourne, Hastings or Rye, we match you with an instructor who knows your local test routes – covering pickup from your home or workplace.
Areas we cover in East Sussex
Brighton
BN1-BN3, BN41 | Nearest centres: Worthing & Burgess Hill
Eastbourne
BN20-BN23 | Local test centre
Hastings
TN34-TN38 | Local test centre
Rye
TN31 | Nearest centre: Hastings
St Leonards-on-Sea
TN37-TN38 | Nearest centre: Hastings
Battle
TN33 | Nearest centre: Hastings
Bexhill-on-Sea
TN39, TN40 | Nearest centre: Hastings (Ore)
East Sussex has two DVSA test centres with published figures: Eastbourne, passing 51% of candidates, and Hastings (Ore), passing 48%, against a 50.0% national average. Eastbourne is marginally ahead of average and Hastings (Ore) marginally behind it, so neither centre stands out as dramatically easier or harder. Because learners book their own tests, you can choose either centre based on which one is more practical for your lessons and travel, rather than assuming one guarantees an easier pass. Your instructor can help you weigh the routes at each before you book.
FAQs, intensive driving courses in East Sussex
How much does an intensive driving course cost in East Sussex?
Courses in East Sussex are secured with a deposit from £180, with tier deposits of £180, £360, £630 and £900 depending on how many hours you need. The deposit secures your instructor for the course; lesson fees themselves are paid directly to the instructor, not to GetMyPass. On top of this, the DVSA practical test fee is £62 on a weekday or £75 in the evening or at a weekend, paid separately when you book your test.
How quickly can I start a course in East Sussex?
Start dates in East Sussex depend on instructor availability across towns like Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill-on-Sea, Battle, Rye and St Leonards-on-Sea, so it is worth enquiring early. Once your deposit secures an instructor, your course is scheduled around your test date. Learners book their own practical test directly with DVSA, giving at least 10 working days’ notice if a date ever needs to move, so lining up lessons and test booking together helps you start as soon as possible.
Can I choose which East Sussex test centre I sit my test at?
Yes. Learners in East Sussex book their own driving test directly with DVSA and can choose between the county’s centres, including Eastbourne and Hastings (Ore). Eastbourne currently passes 51% of candidates and Hastings (Ore) 48%, close to the 50.0% national average either way. Your instructor can talk through the routes at each centre so you pick the one that fits your lessons and travel best, rather than being tied to a single location.
Do I pay GetMyPass or the instructor in East Sussex?
Your deposit, from £180, is paid to secure your instructor for your course in East Sussex. From that point, lesson fees are paid directly to your instructor. The DVSA practical test fee, £62 on a weekday or £75 in the evening or at a weekend, is a separate one-off payment made when you book your test, since learners book their own tests directly with DVSA.
Which areas of East Sussex do you cover?
We cover 6 towns across East Sussex, including Eastbourne, Hastings, Rye, St Leonards-on-Sea. See the full list above – click any area for local test centre details and pickup postcodes.
Which DVSA test centres are used in East Sussex?
We work with Hastings (Ore) Driving Test Centre, Eastbourne Driving Test Centre across East Sussex.
How much does an intensive driving course in East Sussex cost?
Price depends on your experience level and the number of hours you need. We give you an exact quote in minutes based on your situation – no hidden fees. Use the button above to get yours.
Do you offer manual and automatic courses in East Sussex?
Yes – we offer both manual and automatic intensive courses across East Sussex. Tell us your preference when you get a quote and we’ll match you with the right car and instructor.
Towns & cities we cover in East Sussex
Cities
- Brighton BN1
Towns
- Hove BN3
- Hastings TN34
- Eastbourne BN21
- Bexhill-on-Sea TN39
- Crowborough TN6
- Lewes BN7
- Newhaven BN9