CDL Schools in Ohio

    Last updated Oct 30, 2026

    Every school here is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry.

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    About CDL schools in Ohio

    We list 62 CDL school locations in Ohio that are listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, open to the public and training in person, in 45 cities. 62 schools offer Class A training, 42 Class B, 37 hazmat theory, and 22 passenger. The most schools are in Columbus (5), Akron (4), and Cincinnati (4). Listed total program prices (tuition plus required fees, before state license fees) run from $2,569 to $8,381.60 across 36 schools from 22 providers (checked Oct 30, 2026; US DOL list prices as of June 30, 2025). State CDL fees in Ohio add $128 for a Class A, checked Oct 29, 2026. You can do your ELDT theory online first for $18.99 with RoadCert, listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry and reported the same day you pass.

    Akron

    Archbold

    Avon

    LDG Truck Driving School

    34420 Mills Rd
    Avon, OH 44011

    • Class A

    Contact for price

    +1 440-665-1171

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Batavia

    Canton

    Great Lakes Truck Driving School

    4457 Navarre Rd SW Suites G & H
    Canton, OH 44706

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Hazmat theory
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    about $6,795 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's program at its Columbia Station location on the state ETP list (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): CDL Skills Training Program: $6,795 total ($6,645 tuition and required fees plus $150 books/supplies); CDL Skills / Crane Operations Training Program: $11,595 total ($11,445 tuition and required fees plus $150 books/supplies); CDL Skills / Heavy Equipment Training Program: $12,495 total ($12,345 tui. This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Great Lakes Truck Driving School
    +1 234-215-2003Visit website for Great Lakes Truck Driving School

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Chesapeake

    Cincinnati

    Cigno CDL Training

    635 Shepherd Dr
    Cincinnati, OH 45215

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Hazmat theory
    • Passenger

    Contact for price

    +1 513-951-9510

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Direct venture corp

    7700 Vine St
    Cincinnati, OH 45216

    • Class A
    • Class B

    about $5,000 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's program at its Evendale location on the state ETP list (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): CDL TRAINING PROGRAM: $5,000 total (tuition and required fees; no books/supplies cost reported). This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Direct venture corp
    +1 513-554-4800Visit website for Direct venture corp

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Cleveland

    Columbia Station

    Columbus

    Trucktrailerpro CDL School LLC - Columbus

    1170 Refugee Ln
    Columbus, OH 43207

    • Class A
    • Class B

    about $7,000 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's program at its Dayton location on the state ETP list (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): CDL Class A: $7,000 total ($6,815 tuition and required fees plus $185 books/supplies). This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Trucktrailerpro CDL School LLC - Columbus
    +1 380-380-8800Visit website for Trucktrailerpro CDL School LLC - Columbus

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Dayton

    Euclid

    Findlay

    Fremont

    Gnadenhutten

    Hamilton

    Hilliard

    Kent

    Lima

    Apollo Truck Driving Academy

    3325 Shawnee Rd
    Lima, OH 45806

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Hazmat theory
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 419-998-2969

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Mansfield

    Trainco, Inc. - MACC

    600 Esley Lane
    Mansfield, OH 44905

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Hazmat theory

    about $5,575.25 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's program at its Fremont location on the state ETP list (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): CDL Training Program: $5,575 total ($5,235 tuition and required fees plus $340 books/supplies). This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Trainco, Inc. - MACC
    +1 419-837-5730Visit website for Trainco, Inc. - MACC

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Marietta

    Maumee

    Medina

    Middletown

    Turan CDL School Inc

    2843 CINCINNATI DAYTON RD
    Middletown, OH 45044

    • Class A

    Contact for price

    +1 224-944-7478

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Milan

    Moraine

    Mt. Orab

    Southern State Community College Truck Driving Academy

    351 Brooks-Malott Rd.
    Mt. Orab, OH 45154

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Hazmat theory
    • Passenger

    about $3,000 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's published price at its Piketon, OH location. This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Southern State Community College Truck Driving Academy
    +1 937-393-3431 ext. 4560Visit website for Southern State Community College Truck Driving Academy

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Nelsonville

    Niles

    North Canton

    North Jackson

    Oberlin

    Pataskala

    Perrysburg

    Trainco, Inc. - Perrysburg, OH

    26718 Oregon Rd.
    Perrysburg, OH 43551

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Hazmat theory
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    about $5,575.25 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's program at its Fremont location on the state ETP list (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): CDL Training Program: $5,575 total ($5,235 tuition and required fees plus $340 books/supplies). This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Trainco, Inc. - Perrysburg, OH
    +1 419-973-1013Visit website for Trainco, Inc. - Perrysburg, OH

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (location file as of 10/30/2026)

    Piketon

    Rio Grande

    South Point

    Springfield

    St Clairsville

    Tipp City

    Toledo

    Van Wert

    Vienna

    Wellston

    Zanesville

    Frequently asked questions

    How many CDL schools in Ohio are listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry?
    We list 62 public, in-person school locations in 45 cities, from the registry's location file as of 10/30/2026. Employer-only programs are not included.
    How much does CDL school cost in Ohio?
    Listed total program prices (tuition plus required fees, before state license fees) run from $2,569 to $8,381.60 across 36 schools from 22 providers (checked Oct 30, 2026; US DOL list prices as of June 30, 2025). State CDL fees are separate; see Ohio in our CDL cost calculator.
    How much are the state CDL fees in Ohio?
    State CDL fees in Ohio add $128 for a Class A, checked Oct 29, 2026. A hazmat endorsement also needs the TSA security threat assessment, $88.25.
    Do I need ELDT in Ohio?
    Yes, if you are getting your first Class A or B CDL, upgrading from Class B to Class A, or adding a hazmat, passenger or school bus endorsement for the first time. The federal rule applies in every state. Take our 1-minute quiz to check.
    Can I do ELDT theory online in Ohio?
    Yes, with any provider listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. Behind-the-wheel training is done in person. Both must be finished before your skills test.

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    Class A theory, $18.99Class B theory, $18.99