Texas CDL Schools
Explore CDL training schools in Texas and find programs like CDL-A tractor trailer and CDL-B truck or bus driver. Learn about CDL endorsements classes too like school bus, tanker truck, and HAZMAT.
Use the application to connect with a CDL school and start training for your Texas truck driving job.
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All CDL Training Schools in Texas
Featured Schools:
- Southern Careers Institute
- Location: 1701 W. Ben White Blvd. Austin, TX 78704
- Program: CDL-A – Prepare for your CDL Class A in as little as 4 weeks! Hands-on, over-the-road driving training prepares you to hit the road in a standard sleeper cab tractor with a 53’ trailer.
- SAGE Truck Driving School
- Location: 8866 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX. 77017
- Program: CDL-A – Students are trained meeting all Entry- Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements and standards set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
- Roadmaster Driver’s School
- Locations: Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio
- Program: CDL-A – 1 month program includes classroom and on-the-road learning from one of the most respected trucking educators in the US.
All Schools:
- Cypress Truck Lines – 102 Spinks Rd, Abilene, TX 79603
- Amarillo College – 2201 S Washington St #2411, Amarillo, TX 79109
- Southern Careers Institute – 1701 W. Ben White Blvd. Austin, TX 78704
- Del Mar College – 101 Baldwin Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78404
- Continental Truck Driver Training – 6614 S R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75232
- Roadmaster Driver’s School – 8701 Peterbilt Ave, Dallas, TX 75241
- El Paso Community College – 9570 Gateway N Blvd, El Paso, TX 79924
- ATDS Truck Driving School – 124 Truckers Ln, Elm Mott, TX 76640
- C1 Truck Driver Training – 6711 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76116
- Houston Community College – 3100 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
- SAGE Truck Driving School – 8866 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX. 77017
- ATDS Truck Driving School – 1001 E Veterans Memorial Blvd, Killeen, TX 76541
- Coastal Bend College – 1814 Brahma Blvd, Kingsville, TX 78363
- South Texas College Pecan Campus – 3201 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501
- Dallas College Eastfield Campus – 3737 Motley Dr, Mesquite, TX 75150
- Midland College – 3600 N Garfield St, Midland, TX 79705
- San Jacinto College – 4624 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX 77504
- Philips College/SAGE – 204 Dunton Street, San Antonio, TX 78226
- Roadmaster Truck Driver’s School – 927 Eddie Rd, San Antonio, TX 78219
- Career Trucking School – 6986 County Road 384. Tyler, TX 75708
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Texas CDL Training FAQs
How Much is Truck Driver Training in Texas?
The price of CDL school in Texas can range from between $1,800 to about $8,000. Your average cost will be about 4-5,000 dollars. This excludes GI Bill eligibility and other cost cutting measures. Read about financial aid for truck driving school.
How Long Does Texas Truck Driver Training Take?
Texas CDL Class-A training generally takes 2 to 3 months to complete. That’s for students going to CDL school full time. If you take night and weekend classes it may take a little longer to finish school.
How Much is a Texas CDL License?
The CDL-A fee is $97.00 in Texas and it’s good for 8 years. Visit the Texas driver’s license fees page for the most updated information.
New Entry Level Requirements in Texas
“Certain drivers are subject to ELDT requirements, CFR 49 380 Subpart F, and must complete training mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).” Read How to apply for a CDL in Texas.
Apply and get info from CDL training schools in Texas with job placement services and financial aid assistance for students who qualify. There are no all-online Texas CDL courses currently available but some schools have part-online programs or night and weekend classes.
Find a Texas Trucking Job After School!
Search CDL jobs in Texas f0r positions like Class-A local delivery, regional, and long haul OTR driver.
As of May 2023, Texas employed approximately 212,770 heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers, leading the nation in this occupation. This figure represents about 15.69 truck drivers per 1,000 jobs in the state.
Other Training Options in Texas
You can search for trade school programs like diesel mechanic, HVAC and electrical, they’re available in some Texas locations.
Go to: Texas Trade Schools
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