Intensive Driving Courses in Hampshire
GetMyPass runs intensive driving courses right across Hampshire. Whether you are in Southampton, Portsmouth and Winchester, our DVSA-approved instructors get you test-ready fast. Choose your area below or get in touch to book.
Hampshire stretches from the naval city of Portsmouth and the port city of Southampton across a mix of large towns and commuter suburbs, taking in Basingstoke, Eastleigh, Fareham, Farnborough, Fleet, Gosport, Havant, Aldershot, Andover and Totton along the way. Learners here move between very different driving conditions in a single course: multi-lane roundabouts and dual carriageways around Basingstoke and Southampton, dockyard traffic and one-way systems through Portsmouth and Gosport, and quieter A-road corridors linking Andover and the smaller towns further west.
The county’s DVSA test centres show a wide spread of pass rates against the 50% national average.
Farnborough and Lee On The Solent both sit at 59%, Basingstoke at 57%, and Portsmouth close to average at 51%, while Winchester runs at 48% and Southampton (Maybush) at 47%, the lowest in the county. That range matters when choosing where to sit a test, since a learner training around Southampton or Winchester may be facing busier or more varied routes than one testing out of Farnborough.
GetMyPass covers 15 towns across Hampshire, working with DVSA-approved local instructors at 7 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 Hampshire ranged from 47% to 59% 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 Southampton, Portsmouth or Basingstoke, we match you with an instructor who knows your local test routes – covering pickup from your home or workplace.
Areas we cover in Hampshire
Southampton
SO14-SO19 | Local test centre
Portsmouth
PO1-PO6 | Local test centre
Basingstoke
RG21-RG24 | Local test centre
Farnborough
GU11-GU14, GU51 | Local test centre
Winchester
SO21-SO23 | Local test centre
Lee-on-the-Solent
PO13 | Local test centre
Eastleigh
SO50, SO53 | Nearest centre: Southampton (Maybush)
Gosport
PO12, PO13 | Nearest centre: Lee-on-the-Solent
Aldershot
GU11, GU12 | Nearest centre: Farnborough
Andover
SP10, SP11 | Nearest centre: Winchester
Fleet
GU51, GU52 | Nearest centre: Farnborough
Havant
PO9 | Nearest centre: Portsmouth (Fort Southwick)
Fareham
PO14-PO16 | Local test centre
Waterlooville
PO7, PO8 | Nearest centre: Portsmouth (Fort Southwick)
Totton
SO40 | Nearest centre: Southampton (Maybush)
Hampshire’s test centres are not equal. Farnborough and Lee On The Solent both post the county’s strongest pass rates at 59%, well above the 50% national average, with Basingstoke close behind at 57%. Portsmouth sits almost exactly on the national figure at 51%. At the other end, Winchester runs at 48% and Southampton (Maybush) at 47%, both below average. Since learners choose which centre to sit their test at rather than being assigned one, it is worth weighing up route familiarity against the numbers: a centre with a higher pass rate is not automatically easier, but the gap between 59% and 47% is wide enough to factor into the decision alongside where lessons are actually taking place.
FAQs, intensive driving courses in Hampshire
Which driving test centres are in Hampshire?
Hampshire’s DVSA test centres include Farnborough, Lee On The Solent, Basingstoke, Portsmouth, Winchester and Southampton (Maybush). Pass rates vary across them: Farnborough and Lee On The Solent lead at 59%, Basingstoke follows at 57%, Portsmouth sits near the 50% national average at 51%, and Winchester (48%) and Southampton Maybush (47%) run slightly below it. Learners across Hampshire towns such as Basingstoke, Fareham, Eastleigh and Andover typically test at whichever centre is most practical for their lessons, and they choose which centre to book rather than having one assigned to them.
What happens if I fail my test in Hampshire?
If you do not pass first time at a Hampshire test centre, you can rebook using your own DVSA account, giving at least 10 working days’ notice before a new date, with a maximum of two date changes allowed. Each test attempt carries the standard DVSA fee of £62 on a weekday or £75 on an evening or weekend slot. Many learners use the gap before a retest to arrange further lessons directly with their instructor and focus on the areas that came up in their test report.
Do I need my theory test passed before starting a course in Hampshire?
You can start driving lessons in Hampshire before passing your theory test, but DVSA requires a valid theory pass before a practical test can be taken at Farnborough, Basingstoke, Portsmouth or any of the county’s other centres. Many learners sit theory alongside their early lessons so it is out of the way before the practical stage. Leaving it too late can push back your test date, since an intensive course is built around practical driving time. Once theory is passed, you book your own practical slot via your DVSA account.
Which Hampshire test centre has the best pass rate?
Farnborough and Lee On The Solent share the highest pass rate in Hampshire at 59%, both well above the 50% national average. Basingstoke is close behind at 57%. By comparison, Portsmouth sits near average at 51%, and Winchester (48%) and Southampton Maybush (47%) are the lowest in the county. A higher pass rate does not guarantee an easier test, since routes and traffic conditions differ, but it is a useful factor for learners choosing a centre once they are ready to test.
Which areas of Hampshire do you cover?
We cover 15 towns across Hampshire, including Southampton, Portsmouth, Basingstoke and 12 more. See the full list above – click any area for local test centre details and pickup postcodes.
Which DVSA test centres are used in Hampshire?
We work with Lee On The Solent Driving Test Centre, Portsmouth Driving Test Centre, Basingstoke Driving Test Centre, Portsmouth (Fort Southwick) Driving Test Centre plus 3 more across Hampshire.
How much does an intensive driving course in Hampshire 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 Hampshire?
Yes – we offer both manual and automatic intensive courses across Hampshire. 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 Hampshire
Cities
- Southampton SO14
- Portsmouth PO1
- Winchester SO23
Towns
- Basingstoke RG21
- Aldershot GU11
- Andover SP10
- Eastleigh SO50
- Farnborough GU14
- Fareham PO16
- Gosport PO12
- Fleet GU51
- Havant PO9