How much does CDL training cost in Pomona, CA?

CDL training in Pomona, CA typically costs between $3,000 and $8,000, with an average of $5,000. Costs vary based on program type (private school vs. community college), training length, and included endorsements like Hazmat or Tanker.

How long does it take to get a CDL in Pomona?

Most CDL training programs in Pomona take 3-8 weeks for full-time students. Community college programs may take 8-16 weeks. Part-time and weekend programs are available for working adults and may extend the timeline. After training, you must pass the CDL skills test at your state DMV.

Are there weekend CDL classes in Pomona, CA?

Yes, several CDL schools in the Pomona area offer weekend and evening classes for students who cannot attend full-time programs. These flexible schedules allow working adults to earn their CDL without quitting their current job.

How do I verify a CDL school in Pomona is legitimate?

All legitimate CDL schools must be registered in the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) at tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov. You can verify any school's ELDT certification status there. Be wary of schools that cannot provide their TPR registration number or promise a CDL in less than 2 weeks.

CDL Schools USA is an independent directory that lists and verifies FMCSA-registered commercial driver's license (CDL) training providers across the United States. This page contains 62 verified training programs serving the Pomona, California area.

FMCSA VERIFIED 2025

CDL Schools in Pomona, CA

Name: CDL Schools in Pomona, CA
Creator: CDL Schools USA
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Are you looking for commercial driver training in Pomona?We have identified 62 FMCSA-verified programs serving the Pomona area (Pop: 151,713).

Quick Stats

62 Training Programs

ELDT Compliant

3-8 Week Programs

Pop: 151,713

Quick Facts: CDL Training in Pomona, CA

CDL License Types

Class A, Class B, Class C

Average Training Cost

$3,000, $8,000

Program Length

3-8 weeks

Weekend / Evening Options

Available at select schools

FMCSA Registration Required

Yes

Verified Schools

Local CDL training answer

How should students compare CDL schools in Pomona, CA?

Students comparing CDL schools in Pomona, CA should first confirm that the provider is listed in the FMCSA Training Provider Registry for the CDL class or endorsement they need. Then compare tuition, behind-the-wheel hours, public enrollment status, manual or automatic transmission training, weekend or evening schedules, and whether the program supports WIOA, veteran benefits, job placement, or employer-sponsored training. This page lists 62 training programsserving the Pomona area and is intended to help students request information without exposing private school contact data publicly.

62 CDL Schools Near Pomona

Filter Results:

Sort by:

Top Picks in Pomona

Editor's Choice

#1 Editor's ChoiceVerified

Life Pacific University

San Dimas, CA

Call Now

#2 Editor's ChoiceVerified

Junan Truck Driving School

Azusa, CA

Call Now

#3 Editor's ChoiceVerified

EL MONTE TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

Irwindale, CA

Call Now

The Truck Master School - La Puente

La Puente, CA

13.6 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Fast-Pass Trucking Training

La Puente, CA

13.7 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

CAMINO REAL CAREER SCHOOL

La Puente, CA

13.8 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

USDA Forest Service-Angeles National Forest Training and Conference Center

Arcadia, CA

17.5 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Robertson's Transport - Rialto Training Center

Rialto, CA

19.8 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Right Lane Trucking School

Rialto, CA

22 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

SIMMONS TRUCKING SCHOOL INC

Bell Gardens, CA

23.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Colton Joint Unified School District

RIVERSIDE, CA

24 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_b_theoryclass_b_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_b_behind_the_wheel_public_roadpassenger_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

College of Instrument Technology-Office

Bellflower, CA

24.8 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

SoCal Truck Driver Academy LLC

Westminster, CA

25.9 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Hebrew Academy

Huntington Beach, CA

26 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

H.B. ELDT Training LLC

Westminster, CA

26 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verified

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Marcus Safe Start

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_b_theoryclass_b_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_b_behind_the_wheel_public_roadpassenger_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

The academy

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_a_theoryclass_a_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_a_behind_the_wheel_public_roadclass_b_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Bullett Xpress LLC

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_a_theoryclass_a_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_a_behind_the_wheel_public_roadclass_b_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Side job

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_a_theoryclass_a_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_a_behind_the_wheel_public_roadclass_b_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Southern States ELDT

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_b_theoryclass_b_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_b_behind_the_wheel_public_roadpassenger_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Elvira's Trucking Academy

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_a_theoryclass_a_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_a_behind_the_wheel_public_roadclass_b_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

1st Premier Trucking Academy

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_a_theoryclass_a_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_a_behind_the_wheel_public_roadclass_b_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

CDL future trucking academy (On site training)

Pomona, LA

28.4 miles away

FMCSA ELDT Verifiedclass_a_theoryclass_a_behind_the_wheel_rangeclass_a_behind_the_wheel_public_roadclass_b_theory

+1 XXX-XXX-XXXX

Protected from bots

Showing 20 of 50 schools

CDL Training in Pomona, California

Pomona, California has 62 FMCSA-verified CDL training programs serving students in 2026. California handles over 40% of all US containerized imports through the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach. Average CDL driver salary in California is about $62,400 per year, with experienced drivers reaching $95,000. The ports, agriculture & tech logistics sector creates critical demand for qualified CDL holders near Pomona, and major freight corridors such as I-5/I-10/I-15 freight corridors connect graduates to local, regional, and long-haul work. Every school listed on this page is tied to FMCSA Training Provider Registry review, which matters because ELDT completion must come from a registered provider before a first-time CDL applicant can take the skills test.

Why Get CDL Training Near Pomona?

Local Training: Train close to home with familiar roads and traffic patterns
Job Placement: Many local trucking companies hire graduates directly
Financial Aid: Schools in California often qualify for WIOA grants and veteran benefits
ELDT Compliance: All listed schools meet federal ELDT requirements effective February 2022

CDL Training Costs in California

CDL training in California typically ranges from $3,000 to $8,000 for private schools, with community colleges offering programs from $2,000 to $5,000. Many trucking companies also offer paid CDL training programs with a 1-2 year employment commitment.

View all CDL schools in California

Trucking Jobs Near Pomona

Get hired after you complete your CDL training

$45,000 - $75,000

Average annual salary for CDL drivers in California

2,500+

Open trucking positions in California

Top employers hiring near Pomona: Amazon, Walmart, UPS, FedEx, Werner Enterprises, Schneider National, Swift Transportation, and regional carriers.

Job types available: Local delivery, regional routes, OTR (Over-the-Road), dedicated routes, tanker, flatbed, and refrigerated transport.

Browse CDL Jobs Get Paid to Train

Compare CDL Schools in Pomona

Side-by-side comparison of top training programs

Filter:

⚙️ Transmission:

Showing 15 schools

School Name	City	Program Types	Key Features	Contact
1 Mile At A Time Trucking & Training LLC FMCSA Verified		Class A		View Details
1st Premier Trucking Academy FMCSA Verified		Class AHazmat	Manual Trans.Weekend Classes	View Details
A.B.C. Schooling LLC FMCSA Verified	Perris	Class AClass BHazmat	Manual Trans.	View Details
AGT Trucking School FMCSA Verified	Canoga Park	Class AClass BTanker	Manual Trans.VA Approved	View Details
Blue Goose Community Development FMCSA Verified		Class AHazmat	Weekend ClassesVA Approved	View Details
Brea Olinda Unified School District FMCSA Verified	LONG BEACH	Class AClass B	Manual Trans.	View Details
Brian Tackett - Independent Instructor FMCSA Verified		Class AClass B	VA Approved	View Details
Bullett Xpress LLC FMCSA Verified		Class AClass B	Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesVA Approved	View Details
CAMINO REAL CAREER SCHOOL FMCSA Verified	La Puente	Class AClass BTanker	Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesEvening ClassesVA Approved	View Details
CDL future trucking academy (On site training) FMCSA Verified		Class AClass BHazmatTanker	Manual Trans.VA Approved	View Details
Chayka Truck Driving LLC FMCSA Verified	Van Nuys	Class A	Manual Trans.VA Approved	View Details
Cheapest ELDT only 2500 for CDL FMCSA Verified		Class AClass B	Evening Classes	View Details
College of Instrument Technology-Office FMCSA Verified	Bellflower	Class A	Weekend ClassesEvening ClassesVA Approved	View Details
Colton Joint Unified School District FMCSA Verified	RIVERSIDE	Class AHazmat	Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesVA Approved	View Details
Covenant Hills CDL Training FMCSA Verified	San Juan Capistrano	Class AHazmat	Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesEvening Classes	View Details

Tuition Costs in Pomona

Avg. Private School

$7,500

Avg. Public School

$2,800

Price Range

$2,000 - $9,500

Community Colleges in CA are significantly cheaper due to state subsidies.

Nearby Cities

Need Help Choosing?

Take our free quiz to get matched with schools that fit your needs, budget, and schedule.

Get Matched FREE

DOT Physicals Near Pomona

Required for your CDL medical card

Dot Medical Clinic

4325 E Guasti Rd, Ontario

(909) 605-9713

DOT CDL Physical Exam

4345 E Lowell St Ste A, Ontario

(909) 730-7713

Safehire Drug Testing and Physicals

1250 S Sunset Ave #350, West Covina

(626) 374-1788

View All 50 Clinics in Pomona All Locations

💡 Pro Tip: Get your DOT physical before starting CDL training. The exam typically costs $55-$150 and is valid for up to 2 years.

CDL Testing & DMV in Pomona

Schedule your CDL knowledge and skills tests through your local DMV office. Find testing locations, wait times, and required documents.

Find DMV Office

Required Online Compliance Training

Before driving for a fleet operating out of Pomona, most employers require current DOT/FMCSA certifications. Complete training online, at your own pace.

DOT Reasonable Suspicion Hazmat Awareness Hazmat Recurrent Defensive Driving HIPAA for Couriers Heat Stress & Slip/Trip Dry Ice Handling HOS / ELD Compliance Lithium Battery Shipping Bloodborne Pathogens Cargo Securement FSMA Sanitary Transport Forklift Certification

View All Certification Courses

Frequently Asked Questions About CDL Training in Pomona

How long does CDL training take in Pomona?

CDL training programs in Pomona, CA typically take 3-8 weeks for full-time students. Part-time programs may take 3-6 months. Company-sponsored programs often run 4-6 weeks with guaranteed job placement upon completion.

How much does CDL school cost in California?

CDL training costs in California range from $3,000-$10,000 for private schools, $1,500-$5,000 at community colleges, and FREE through company-sponsored programs (with employment commitment). Many schools accept WIOA grants, GI Bill benefits, and offer payment plans.

Can I get a CDL in Pomona without quitting my job?

Yes, several CDL schools in the Pomona area offer weekend and evening classes for working adults. These flexible schedules allow you to earn your CDL while keeping your current job. Weekend programs typically take 8-16 weeks to complete.

How do I know if a CDL school in Pomona is legitimate?

All legitimate CDL schools must be registered in the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) at tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov. You can verify any school there. Be wary of schools that promise a CDL in less than 2 weeks or cannot provide their TPR registration number. The FMCSA removed over 550 non-compliant providers in 2025-2026 alone.

Do I need ELDT training to get a CDL?

Yes, as of February 2022, all first-time CDL applicants must complete Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) from an FMCSA-registered training provider before taking the CDL skills test. All schools listed on CDL Schools USA are ELDT-compliant. The ELDT requirement includes both theory instruction (30+ hours) and behind-the-wheel training.

Can I get financial aid for CDL school in California?

Yes, several funding options exist for CDL training in California: WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) grants, Pell Grants at eligible community colleges, VA benefits for veterans, and company-sponsored training programs. Contact individual schools to learn about their specific financial aid options.

Do I need a TWIC card to drive trucks in California?

A TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card isn't required for all CDL jobs in California, but it's essential for port trucking. If you want to haul containers from the Port of LA, Port of Long Beach, or Port of Oakland, where drivers earn $75,000-$95,000/year, you'll need TWIC clearance. The application takes 8-12 weeks and costs $125.50, so start the process during CDL training.

What makes California CDL training different?

California CDL training must address unique state requirements: CARB (California Air Resources Board) truck emission regulations, agricultural transport rules for Central Valley hauling, mountain grade driving on I-5 Grapevine and Donner Pass, and urban congestion management for LA/SF metro areas. California also requires the Supplemental Driving Test for certain endorsements. Look for schools that include these California-specific components.

This page lists FMCSA-verified CDL schools in California, including training programs in Pomona and surrounding cities. All listed programs meet Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.

📚

Essential Reading for CDL Students

Expert guides to help you start your trucking career in California

📋

Guide

CDL Schools in Pomona, CA

Quick Stats

Quick Facts: CDL Training in Pomona, CA

How should students compare CDL schools in Pomona, CA?

62 CDL Schools Near Pomona

Top Picks in Pomona

Life Pacific University

Junan Truck Driving School

EL MONTE TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

The Truck Master School - La Puente

Fast-Pass Trucking Training

CAMINO REAL CAREER SCHOOL

USDA Forest Service-Angeles National Forest Training and Conference Center

Robertson's Transport - Rialto Training Center

Right Lane Trucking School

SIMMONS TRUCKING SCHOOL INC

Colton Joint Unified School District

College of Instrument Technology-Office

SoCal Truck Driver Academy LLC

Hebrew Academy

H.B. ELDT Training LLC

Marcus Safe Start

The academy

Bullett Xpress LLC

Side job

Southern States ELDT

Elvira's Trucking Academy

1st Premier Trucking Academy

CDL future trucking academy (On site training)

CDL Training in Pomona, California

Why Get CDL Training Near Pomona?

CDL Training Costs in California

Trucking Jobs Near Pomona

Compare CDL Schools in Pomona

Tuition Costs in Pomona

Nearby Cities

Need Help Choosing?

More in California

DOT Physicals Near Pomona

Dot Medical Clinic

DOT CDL Physical Exam

Safehire Drug Testing and Physicals

CDL Testing & DMV in Pomona

Required Online Compliance Training

Frequently Asked Questions About CDL Training in Pomona

Essential Reading for CDL Students

How to Get Your CDL in 2026: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

CDL First Year Salary 2026: The Reality Check

How to Pay for CDL School (7 Options)

WIOA Grants: Free CDL Training for Unemployed

CDL School Scams to Avoid in 2026

Can You Get a CDL in 2 Weeks? Fast Track Guide

The Truth About "Free" Company-Sponsored CDL Training

Why Students Fail the CDL Road Test (And How to Pass)

Related Resources