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 34 verified training programs serving the Louisville, Kentucky area.
CDL Schools in Louisville, KY
Are you looking for commercial driver training in Louisville?We have identified 34 FMCSA-verified programs serving the Louisville area (Pop: 617,638).
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Quick Facts: CDL Training in Louisville, KY
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How should students compare CDL schools in Louisville, KY?
Students comparing CDL schools in Louisville, KY 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 34 training programsserving the Louisville area and is intended to help students request information without exposing private school contact data publicly.
34 CDL Schools Near Louisville
Top Picks in Louisville
Editor's ChoiceSilver Creek School Corporation
Truck America Training of KY LLC
The CDL Schools - Louisville
A and T CDL Driver Training
South Harrison Community school Corp.
Borden Henryville School Corporation
Salem Community Schools
Eminence Independent School
Madison Consolidated Schools
Paoli Community School Corporation
Brownstown Central Community School Corporation
Stewart Home and School
Orleans Community Schools
1st Premier Trucking Academy
1 Mile At A Time Trucking & Training LLC
Sue A Meyers Inc
ELDT Solutions - On Site CDL Training
Browning Mountain Training
Eclipse DOT
Safe Smart CDL Training
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CDL Training in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, Kentucky offers 34 FMCSA-verified CDL training programs for aspiring commercial drivers in 2026. Whether you need a Class A CDL for tractor-trailers or a Class B CDL for straight trucks, compare the programs below by tuition, training length, public enrollment status, and available endorsements. Full-time CDL training often takes 4-8 weeks, while part-time, evening, and weekend options may take longer. Before enrolling, confirm the provider is listed in the FMCSA Training Provider Registry and ask whether the school offers job placement, manual transmission training, WIOA or veteran funding support, and behind-the-wheel practice that matches your target CDL class.
Why Get CDL Training Near Louisville?
- 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 Kentucky often qualify for WIOA grants and veteran benefits
- ELDT Compliance: All listed schools meet federal ELDT requirements effective February 2022
CDL Training Costs in Kentucky
CDL training in Kentucky 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.
Trucking Jobs Near Louisville
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Top employers hiring near Louisville: 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.
Compare CDL Schools in Louisville
Side-by-side comparison of top training programs
School Name | City | Program Types | Key Features | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Mile At A Time Trucking & Training LLC FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BTanker | |||
160 Driving Academy - Louisville - Classroom and Yard FMCSA Verified | Class A | Weekend Classes | ||
1st Premier Trucking Academy FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BHazmatTanker | Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesEvening ClassesVA Approved | ||
A and T CDL Driver Training FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BTanker | Manual Trans.Evening ClassesVA Approved | ||
American National University FMCSA Verified | Class AClass B | Manual Trans.Evening ClassesVA Approved | ||
Borden Henryville School Corporation FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BHazmat | VA Approved | ||
Brian Tackett - Independent Instructor FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmatTanker | Manual Trans.Evening Classes | ||
Browning Mountain Training FMCSA Verified | Class ATanker | Manual Trans.Evening Classes | ||
Brownstown Central Community School Corporation FMCSA Verified | Class A | Manual Trans.Evening ClassesVA Approved | ||
CDL Training Services & Consulting, Inc FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BHazmat | Evening ClassesVA Approved | ||
East Washington School Corporation FMCSA Verified | Class AClass B | VA Approved | ||
Eclipse DOT FMCSA Verified | Class AClass B | Manual Trans.Evening Classes | ||
ELDT Academy, LLC - Travelling CDL Instructors FMCSA Verified | Class A | Evening ClassesVA Approved | ||
ELDT Solutions - On Site CDL Training FMCSA Verified | Class A | VA Approved | ||
Elizabethtown Community & Technical College FMCSA Verified | Class A | Manual Trans.Weekend Classes |
Tuition Costs in Louisville
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This page lists FMCSA-verified CDL schools in Kentucky, including training programs in Louisville and surrounding cities. All listed programs meet Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.
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