Intensive Driving Courses in Lancashire
GetMyPass runs intensive driving courses right across Lancashire. Whether you are in Preston, Blackpool and Blackburn, our DVSA-approved instructors get you test-ready fast. Choose your area below or get in touch to book.
Lancashire stretches from the Fylde coast at Blackpool and Lytham St Annes inland to the Pennine mill towns of Burnley, Nelson and Accrington, with Preston, Blackburn, Darwen, Chorley, Leyland and the two Lune estuary towns of Lancaster and Morecambe filling in between.
Learners here move across seafront promenades, dense terraced-street town centres, busy ring-road roundabouts, and open country lanes further out, so a course needs to cover a genuinely wide mix of road types rather than one town layout.
The county’s DVSA test centres show a real spread: Heysham posts the strongest pass rate at 55%, Preston follows at 52% and Chorley sits right at the 50% national average, while Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool and Nelson each run at 48%, just under it. None of that gap is huge, but it is worth knowing before you book, since where you sit your test can shape how the day goes as much as how many hours you have driven.
GetMyPass covers 16 towns across Lancashire, 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 Lancashire ranged from 40% 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 Blackpool, Preston or Blackburn, we match you with an instructor who knows your local test routes – covering pickup from your home or workplace.
Areas we cover in Lancashire
Blackpool
FY1-FY4 | Local test centre
Preston
PR1-PR5 | Local test centre
Blackburn
BB1-BB6 | Local test centre
Heysham
LA3 | Local test centre
Burnley
BB10-BB12 | Nearest centre: Nelson
Lancaster
LA1, LA2 | Nearest centre: Heysham
Lytham St Annes
FY8 | Nearest centre: Blackpool
Chorley
PR6, PR7 | Local test centre
Leyland
PR25, PR26 | Nearest centre: Preston
Skelmersdale
WN8 | Nearest centre: St Helens
Accrington
BB5 | Nearest centre: Blackburn
Nelson
BB9 | Local test centre
Morecambe
LA3, LA4 | Nearest centre: Heysham
Darwen
BB3 | Local test centre
Ormskirk
L39, L40 | Nearest centre: Southport
Fleetwood
FY7 | Nearest centre: Blackpool
Heysham has the best published pass rate in Lancashire at 55%, five points above the 50% national average, with Preston close behind at 52%. At the other end, Nelson has the lowest figure at 48%, matched by Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool, all a couple of points below average. The gap between best and worst is modest rather than dramatic, so it is not a reason to travel far out of your way. Learners choose which centre to book their own test at, so it is worth weighing the pass rate against which town is easiest to reach and where you have actually practised the routes.
FAQs, intensive driving courses in Lancashire
Which driving test centres are in Lancashire?
Lancashire’s DVSA test centres include Heysham, Preston, Chorley, Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool and Nelson. Pass rates across them range from 55% at Heysham down to 48% at Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool and Nelson, either side of the 50% national average. Learners across the county’s towns, from Lancaster and Morecambe to Burnley and Accrington, typically sit their test at whichever of these centres is most practical to reach and where they have done the bulk of their practice driving.
Which Lancashire test centre has the best pass rate?
Heysham has the best published pass rate in Lancashire at 55%, ahead of Preston at 52% and Chorley at 50%, which matches the 50% national average. Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool and Nelson all sit at 48%. The spread between the strongest and weakest centre is a few percentage points, not a dramatic gap, so it should be one factor among several rather than the only reason to choose where you book your test.
Do you cover rural areas of Lancashire?
Yes. Alongside the towns of Preston, Blackburn, Blackpool, Burnley, Chorley, Darwen, Fleetwood, Lancaster, Leyland, Lytham St Annes, Morecambe and Nelson, lessons can include the open country lanes and national-speed-limit roads that surround them, since Lancashire’s test routes are not confined to town centres. Getting practice on those quieter roads alongside busier town driving helps prepare for whichever centre you choose to test at.
What happens if I fail my test in Lancashire?
If you fail, you can book another test yourself once you are ready, since DVSA rules mean learners book their own tests rather than having one arranged for them. The DVSA fee is £62 on a weekday or £75 for an evening or weekend slot. If you need to move a booked date, you can do so up to twice with at least 10 working days’ notice, free of charge, giving time to fit in further practice before trying again.
Which areas of Lancashire do you cover?
We cover 16 towns across Lancashire, including Blackpool, Preston, Blackburn and 13 more. See the full list above – click any area for local test centre details and pickup postcodes.
Which DVSA test centres are used in Lancashire?
We work with Blackburn with Darwen Driving Test Centre, Blackpool Driving Test Centre, Nelson Driving Test Centre, Chorley Driving Test Centre plus 2 more across Lancashire.
How much does an intensive driving course in Lancashire 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 Lancashire?
Yes – we offer both manual and automatic intensive courses across Lancashire. 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 Lancashire
Cities
- Preston PR1
- Lancaster LA1
Towns
- Blackpool FY1
- Blackburn BB1
- Burnley BB11
- Lytham St Annes FY8
- Chorley PR7
- Accrington BB5
- Morecambe LA4
- Skelmersdale WN8