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COLUMBUS METRO GUIDE · 2026

CDL schools in Columbus

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

AREA COVEREDColumbus metro
LICENSE PATHSClass A · Class B
FEDERAL REQUIREMENTELDT when applicable
Build your shortlist ↓
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.

COLUMBUS PROVIDER DIRECTORY

CDL schools and training providers

59 provider records shown

School & contactVerificationEducation licenseWebsite
01

Clark State College

Springfield+1 937-328-6054
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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02

Student Transport

Service area not listed+1 260-349-7753
CDL training provider
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03

Roadmaster Drivers School (COL)

Columbus+1 800-831-1300
CDL training provider
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04

TRUCKTRAILERPRO CDL SCHOOL LLC - COLUMBUS

Columbus+1 937-888-0888
CDL training provider
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05

ELDT Courses

Service area not listed+1 814-304-7635
CDL training provider
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06

Safe Smart CDL Training

Service area not listed+1 713-816-0967
CDL training provider
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07

Cheapest ELDT only 2500 for CDL

Service area not listed+1 609-666-4907
CDL training provider
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08

ELDT Solutions - On Site CDL Training

Service area not listed+1 319-389-9178
CDL training provider
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09

1st Premier Trucking Academy

Service area not listed+1 601-658-9525
CDL training provider
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10

Advanced CDL Solutions LLC

Service area not listed+1 816-547-9011
CDL training provider
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11

160 Driving Academy - Columbus Yard

Columbus+1 614-285-3307
CDL training provider
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12

Columbus City Schools Transportation

Columbus+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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13

Unique Services Logistics Career Academy

Columbus+1 614-806-7027
CDL training provider
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14

Upper Arlington Schools

Upper Arlington+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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15

Capital Transportation Academy, Inc

Columbus+1 614-258-0400
CDL training provider
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16

AB5 CDL TRANS

Columbus+1 937-521-9675
CDL training provider
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17

AK CDL Trucking Trans

Columbus+1 614-780-2240
CDL training provider
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18

INTERNATIONAL CDL SCHOOL

Columbus+1 614-966-9107
CDL training provider
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19

DB Truck Training

Columbus+1 614-780-0005
CDL training provider
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20

Swift Driving Academy OH

Columbus+1 614-927-6210
CDL training provider
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21

Southwestern City Schools

Grove City+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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22

Hamilton Local Schools

Columbus+1 614-491-8044
CDL training provider
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23

JW3 CDL Training

Columbus+1 419-230-7105
CDL training provider
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24

Hilliard City Schools

Columbus+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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25

Gahanna Jefferson Schools

Gahanna+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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26

Gahanna Jefferson Public Schools

Gahanna+1 614-751-7581
CDL training provider
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27

160 Driving Academy - Columbus Classroom

Hilliard+1 614-285-3307
CDL training provider
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28

Worthington City Schools

Columbus+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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29

Reynoldsburg City Schools

Reynoldsburg+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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30

Ohio Fire Academy

Reynoldsburg+1 614-348-4068
CDL training provider
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31

Dublin City Schools Transportation

Dublin+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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32

Ancora for Central Ohio Technical College

Pataskala+1 866-937-1850
CDL training provider
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33

Southwest Licking Local Schools

Pataskala+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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34

Delaware City Schools

Delaware+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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35

Westfall Local Schools

Williamsport+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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36

Liberty Union Local Schools

Baltimore+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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37

Circleville City Schools

Circleville+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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38

Amanda Clearcreek Schools

Amanda+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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39

7008 - Lancaster - OH - Summit School Services, LLC

Lancaster+1 740-652-7228
CDL training provider
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40

Granville Exempted Village Schools

Granville+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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41

Buckeye Valley Schools

Delaware+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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42

Lancaster City Schools

Lancaster+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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43

Marysville Early College High School

Marysville+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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44

Lakewood Local Schools

Hebron+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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45

Logan Elm Local Schools

Circleville+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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46

Heath City Schools

Heath+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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47

Fairfield Union Schools

Lancaster+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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48

Highland Local Schools

Marengo+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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49

Northern Local Schools

Thornville+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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50

Triad Local Schools

North Lewisburg+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
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51

North Fork Local Schools

Utica+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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52

Southeastern Local Schools

South Charleston+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
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53

North Union Local Schools

Richwood+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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54

Cardington Lincoln Local Schools

Cardington+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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55

Urbana City Schools

Urbana+1 937-484-1557
CDL training provider
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56

Mount Gilead Exempted Village Schools

Mt Gilead+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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57

Fredericktown Local Schools

Fredericktown+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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58

River Valley Local Schools

Caledonia+1 740-474-7529
CDL training provider
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59

R3 IUOE Local 18 Apprenticeship and Training

Logan+1 740-385-2567
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.

COLUMBUS 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.

COLUMBUS CDL SCHOOL FAQ

Questions students should ask

How much does CDL school cost in Columbus?

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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