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 St. Louis, Missouri area.
CDL Schools in St. Louis, MO
Are you looking for commercial driver training in St. Louis?We have identified 34 FMCSA-verified programs serving the St. Louis area (Pop: 301,578).
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How should students compare CDL schools in St. Louis, MO?
Students comparing CDL schools in St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis area and is intended to help students request information without exposing private school contact data publicly.
34 CDL Schools Near St. Louis
Top Picks in St. Louis
Editor's ChoiceMissouri Central School Bus - Saint Louis South
160 Driving Academy - Belleville Yard
Illinois Central School Bus - East St Louis
Cdl training and consulting
harmony emge school dist. 175
160 Driving Academy - Belleville Classroom
Missouri Central School Bus - Ladue
MTC Truck Driver Training
Illinois Central School Bus - O'Fallon
D.H. Driving School,Inc
Belleville School Transportation Services (BSTS)
160 Driving Academy - St. Louis Yard
CDL Training Schools - Bridgeton MO
East Alton Wood River Community High School Dist. 14
Lewis and Clark Community College
Illinois Central School Bus - Waterloo
Illinois Central School Bus - Alton
3101 - House Springs - MO - Summit School Services, LLC
Eclipse DOT
Carrollton Community Unit High School #1
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CDL Training in St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis, Missouri 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 St. Louis?
- 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 Missouri often qualify for WIOA grants and veteran benefits
- ELDT Compliance: All listed schools meet federal ELDT requirements effective February 2022
CDL Training Costs in Missouri
CDL training in Missouri 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 St. Louis
Get hired after you complete your CDL training
Top employers hiring near St. Louis: 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 St. Louis
Side-by-side comparison of top training programs
School Name | City | Program Types | Key Features | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
160 Driving Academy - Belleville Classroom FMCSA Verified | Class A | Weekend Classes | ||
160 Driving Academy - Belleville Yard FMCSA Verified | Class A | Evening Classes | ||
160 Driving Academy - St. Louis Yard FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BTanker | Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesEvening ClassesVA Approved | ||
3101 - House Springs - MO - Summit School Services, LLC FMCSA Verified | Class AClass B | Manual Trans.Weekend Classes | ||
Abundant Transport Enterprise FMCSA Verified | Class A | Evening Classes | ||
ABUNDANT TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmatTanker | Weekend Classes | ||
Believe Academy School FMCSA Verified | Class AClass B | Manual Trans. | ||
Belleville School Transportation Services (BSTS) FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmat | Evening ClassesVA Approved | ||
Carrollton Community Unit High School #1 FMCSA Verified | Class ATanker | |||
Cdl training and consulting FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmatTanker | Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesEvening ClassesVA Approved | ||
CDL Training Schools - Bridgeton MO FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmat | Manual Trans.Weekend Classes | ||
CSA TRAINING CENTER LLC FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmat | Manual Trans.Weekend ClassesEvening Classes | ||
D.H. Driving School,Inc FMCSA Verified | Class AClass BHazmat | Manual Trans.Evening Classes | ||
East Alton Wood River Community High School Dist. 14 FMCSA Verified | Class AHazmatTanker | Manual Trans. | ||
Eclipse DOT FMCSA Verified | Class A | Evening Classes |
Tuition Costs in St. Louis
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This page lists FMCSA-verified CDL schools in Missouri, including training programs in St. Louis and surrounding cities. All listed programs meet Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.
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