How long does it take to get a CDL?

CDL training programs typically take 3-8 weeks for full-time students. Part-time programs may take 3-6 months. The exact duration depends on the type of CDL (Class A, B, or C) and the training school.

What is ELDT certification?

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) is a federal requirement since February 2022. All new CDL applicants must complete training from an FMCSA-registered provider before taking the CDL skills test.

How much does CDL school cost?

CDL training costs typically range from $3,000 to $10,000 for private schools. Company-sponsored programs may offer free training in exchange for a work commitment. Financial aid, WIOA grants, and VA benefits can help cover costs.

Can I get paid while training for my CDL?

Yes, many trucking companies offer paid CDL training programs where you earn a salary while learning. These programs typically require a 1-2 year employment commitment after graduation.

Texas

Top Rated CDL Schools in Houston, TX

130 ELDT Verified Schools Found

Warning: If a school is not on the federal registry, you cannot get your license. All schools listed on CDL Schools USA are verified against the 2025 FMCSA database.

086 Hulcher Services Inc.

7100 Kirkpatrick Blvd #1A, Houston, TX 77028-3940

ELDT Verified

Class AClass B

Top Rated CDL Schools in Houston, TX

086 Hulcher Services Inc.

160 Driving Academy - Houston Classroom

160 Driving Academy - Houston Yard

160 Driving Academy - Pearland Classroom and Yard

1st choice cdl academy

20440 Houston

55424 Houston Fixed

55427 United Shuttle

55475 Houston RAC

AAA CDL SCHOOL

ABF Freight 075

ACE Trucking Academy

Aldine ISD

Aldine ISD

Alief ISD- 6150

Alief ISD- 6220

Ancora for McLane Houston, TX

Asere Transport

ASERE TRANSPORT

Avensis Energy Services LLC

Bartlett Tree Experts Houston TX

Best Economical Student Training/ Driving

Blue Bell Creameries - Houston

Blue Bell Creameries - Katy

Borehole Seismic, LLC

BREWSTER’S Transport express cdl

Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping Inc./Eco-Pan/Houston TX

Cambria Company LLC

Camp Ozark TX

Campbell Concrete

Catalyst For Renewal-Shreveport

CDL ARIS TRUCK LLC

CDL COMMERCIAL TRUCKS TRAINING LLC

CDL Emerald Logistics Training Services LLC

CDL EXPRESS

Central Transport - 772

Champions Industries Inc

dba Sage Truck Driving Schools - Houston S

East End Driving and Placement Service

East End Driving and Placement Service LLC

Echo AFC Transportation

ELDT Train 4 Less Houston

Fast-Pass Trucking Training

FedEx Freight HOB

FedEx Freight HOU

FTT Enterprise LLC

Galena Park ISD

Galena Park ISD Transportation

Galena Park ISD Transportation

Get Your CDL Quick

Greenlight CDL School LLC

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center

Harris County Sheriff's Office

HODGES BEND FORT BEND ISD

HOU

Houston City College

Houston City College (R & )

Houston City College (T)

Houston Distributing Company, Inc.

HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Houston Trade Institute LLC

Houston, TX- NPGA

Houston, TX- NPGA

IAHR

IAHRT

Iglesia Bautista Libertad

IK TRUCK CDL LLC

Industrial Safety Academy

Insituform Technologies LLC/Houston

Jake's Inc.

Joe Gonzalez- individual trainer

Katy isd

Katy ISD

KCD TRAINING CDL

Khan CDL School

KIBBLEZ KON-NET-ION