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CINCINNATI METRO GUIDE · 2026

CDL schools in Cincinnati

Research commercial-driver training across the Cincinnati metro area and build a shortlist based on verified facts—not paid rankings.

AREA COVEREDCincinnati metro
LICENSE PATHSClass A · Class B
FEDERAL REQUIREMENTELDT when applicable
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THE SHORT ANSWER

Choose a school by verified licensing, training time and total cost.

Start with schools you can realistically attend, then compare state authorization, FMCSA Training Provider Registry status, supervised driving practice, testing arrangements and every fee in writing.

IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU ENROLL

Verify that the school is properly licensed.

State education or career-school authorization helps confirm that a paid training provider and its location may legally operate. Checking before you sign can reduce the risk of unapproved instruction, unclear refund terms or unusable training records.

01Check the exact legal name and training address.
02Confirm your Class A or Class B program is covered.
03Save the current listing and written enrollment terms.
TWO SEPARATE CHECKSCheck the FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Also verify authorization with the applicable Ohio education, workforce or career-school agency.

CINCINNATI PROVIDER DIRECTORY

CDL schools and training providers

48 provider records shown

School & contactVerificationEducation licenseWebsite
01

160 Driving Academy - Ivy Tech - Lawrenceburg

Greendale
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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02

Butler Tech

Hamilton+1 513-645-8317
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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03

Direct venture corp

Cincinnati+1 513-554-4800
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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04

Sure Drive Driving School

Alexandria+1 859-331-0007
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
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05

Cigno CDL Training

Cincinnati+1 513-951-9510
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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06

NAPIER TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING, INC.

HAMILTON+1 513-755-3413
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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07

Butler Tech CDL

Hamilton+1 513-645-8200
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
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08

TURAN CDL SCHOOL INC

MIDDLETOWN+1 224-944-7478
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
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09

Southern State Community College Truck Driving Academy

Mt. Orab+1 937-393-3431 ext. 4560
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
10

Crum Driving Academy, Inc

Batesville+1 877-232-4235
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
11

Synergistic Solutions LLC

Liberty+1 765-580-9919
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
12

Riegler Blacktop

Florence
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
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13

160 Driving Academy - Cincinnati

Cincinnati
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
14

Sunman Dearborn Community School Corporation

Brookville
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
15

160 Driving Academy

Moraine
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
16

Lawrenceburg Community School Corporation

Lawrenceburg+1 812-537-7201
CDL training provider
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17

Gateway Community and Technical College

Fort Mitchell+1 859-441-4500
CDL training provider
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Contact school directly
18

Live Oaks Professional School

Milford+1 513-695-6900
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
19

Fort Thomas Independent Schools

Fort Thomas+1 859-816-8820
CDL training provider
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20

Gateway Community and Technical College

Fort Wright+1 859-442-1169
CDL training provider
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21

Loveland City Schools

Loveland+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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22

Walton-Verona Independent Schools

Walton+1 859-485-4181
CDL training provider
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23

160 Driving Academy - Ivy Tech - Lawrenceburg Classroom and Yard

Lawrenceburg+1 765-436-0907
CDL training provider
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24

Batavia Local Schools

Batavia+1 513-732-0935
CDL training provider
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25

Mason City Schools

Mason+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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26

Kings Local School Petermann

Mason+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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27

SOUTH DEARBORN COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Aurora+1 812-926-2090
CDL training provider
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28

Bethel Tate Local Schools

Bethel+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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29

Williamsburg Local School

Williamsburg+1 513-429-7859
CDL training provider
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30

Western Brown Local School

Mt Orab+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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31

Williamstown Independent Schools

Williamstown+1 859-824-7144
CDL training provider
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32

Blanchester Local School

Blanchester+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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33

Franklin City School

Franklin+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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34

College Corner, OH- NPGA

College Corner+1 202-466-7200
CDL training provider
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35

Augusta Independent School

Augusta+1 606-756-2105
CDL training provider
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36

Preble-Shawnee Local Schools

Camden+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
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37

Dayton Christian School

Miamisburg+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
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38

Miamisburg City Schools

Miamisburg+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
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39

South Ripley Community School Corporation

Versailles+1 812-689-5383
CDL training provider
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40

R4 IUOE Local 18 Apprenticeship and Training

Miamisburg+1 937-859-5211
CDL training provider
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41

Jac-Cen-Del Community Schools

Osgood+1 812-689-4114
CDL training provider
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Contact school directly
42

Wilmington City School

Wilmington+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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Contact school directly
43

160 Driving Academy - Dayton Yard

Moraine+1 937-202-4646
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
44

Ripley Union Lewis Huntington School

Ripley+1 513-695-2900
CDL training provider
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45

New Lebanon Local Schools

New Lebanon+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
46

Twin Valley Consolidated Local Schools

West Alexandria+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
47

Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Local Schools

Bellbrook+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
48

DG Trucking training

West Chester Twp+1 283-203-9367
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly

*FMCSA listing and state education licensing are separate checks. Confirm the exact legal name, location, program, FMCSA status and state authorization before enrollment. Duplicate records were removed.

CINCINNATI STUDENT GUIDE

What to compare beyond tuition

Commute and schedule

Confirm start times, weekend or evening availability, attendance rules and makeup policies.

Training format

Separate theory, range, road driving and observation time; ask how many students share each truck.

Testing path

Ask who schedules the skills test, provides the vehicle and charges for retests.

Employment terms

Verify recruiter claims and read any tuition-repayment or employer contract before signing.

CINCINNATI CDL SCHOOL FAQ

Questions students should ask

How much does CDL school cost in Cincinnati?

Costs vary by license class, length and included services. Request a written total covering tuition, permits, screenings, testing and retests.

Is FMCSA registration the same as a state school license?

No. The FMCSA Training Provider Registry relates to federal ELDT requirements; state authorization is a separate check.

Can workforce funding pay for training?

Some eligible students and approved programs may qualify. Contact the relevant local workforce office before enrolling.

Should I train on a manual transmission?

Manual training may help avoid an automatic-transmission restriction, depending on the vehicle used for your skills test.

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