Start FreeCDL schools in Seattle–Tacoma
Research commercial-driver training across the Seattle–Tacoma metro area and build a shortlist based on verified facts—not paid rankings.
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.
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.
Also verify authorization with the applicable Washington education, workforce or career-school agency.
CDL schools and training providers
44 provider records shown
CDL DRAGONS TRUCK SCHOOL
City of Seattle SOC
Zum Services Inc - Seattle
Bainbridge Island School District
OTL Driving School
Edmonds School District
Fifth wheel commercial Driving School INC
The Sound Connection
CDL Avenue
A CLASS TRAINING
TAHOMA TRANSPORTATION
Commercial Driver School- Port Orchard
Commercial Driver School- Auburn
Riverview School District
Auburn
Oxy Driving School
Marysville School District
160 Driving Academy - Seattle
160 Driving Academy - Seattle
160 Driving Academy
Olympic College of Shelton
Arlington Public Schools
Toro Trucking Academy - Tacoma
Eclipse DOT
Troops Into Transportation - Washington
Diamond Trucking School Inc
NEW SOUND TRUCKING SCHOOL
ELITEONE ACADEMY LLC
DRM CDL TESTING OR TRAINING
New Sound CDL School
160 Driving Academy -Tacoma Classroom
Chief Leschi Schools
Tacoma Public Schools
National Standard CDL Academy
drm cdl training
Commercial Truck Driving Program
T & M Taras Truck Driving School
2046 -Steilacoom - WA - Summit School Services, LLC
Tacoma Truck School LLC
Commercial Driver School- Lakewood
Washington Trucking School LLC
Commercial Driver School- Olympia
Bellevue Christian School
*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.
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.
Questions students should ask
How much does CDL school cost in Seattle–Tacoma?
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.