CDL Schools in Tennessee

    Last updated Oct 30, 2026

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

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    About CDL schools in Tennessee

    We list 68 CDL school locations in Tennessee that are listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, open to the public and training in person, in 38 cities. 51 schools offer Class A training, 47 Class B, 18 hazmat theory, and 32 passenger. The most schools are in Memphis (9), Nashville (7), and Chattanooga (4). Listed total program prices (tuition plus required fees, before state license fees) run from $1,821 to $7,535 across 28 schools from 23 providers (checked Oct 30, 2026; US DOL list prices as of June 30, 2025). State CDL fees in Tennessee add $84 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.

    Bristol

    Holston Bus Co.

    1837 Weaver Pike
    Bristol, TN 37620

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 423-989-3521

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

    Chattanooga

    Marshall Transportation LLC

    4306 Dayton Blvd
    Chattanooga, TN 37415

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 423-504-5644

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

    Paul Davis/Complete Facility Care

    1950 McDade Lane
    Chattanooga, TN 37405

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 423-316-2105

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

    Driving Academy

    4913 Adams Rd
    Chattanooga, TN 37343

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    Listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, contact details not yet verified

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

    Christiana

    Adams Bus Services, LLC

    1236 Rock Springs Midland Rd,
    Christiana, TN 37037

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 615-785-7070

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

    Erica McNeal - Independent Instructor

    3031 Dusenburg Drive
    Christiana, TN 37037

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 615-686-3318

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

    Truck Driver Institute, Inc. - Christiana

    6201 Epps Mill Road
    Christiana, TN 37037

    • Class A

    about $5,500 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same chain's Class A program (tuition and required fees) in neighboring state(s) AL, GA, MS on state ETP lists (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): median $5,500 across 4 listing(s). No price found for this state. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Truck Driver Institute, Inc. - Christiana
    +1 615-895-2070Visit website for Truck Driver Institute, Inc. - Christiana

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

    Clarksville

    Cleveland

    Kincannon Bus training

    438 Sheep Ranch Rd SE
    Cleveland, TN 37323

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 423-771-2981

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

    Tommy Leach - Individual Trainer

    750 Lauderdale Memorial Hwy
    Cleveland, TN 37312

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 423-790-8189

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

    Columbia

    Crossville

    Crump

    Eads

    901 CDL School

    2700 N Collierville Arlington Rd
    Eads, TN 38028

    • Class A
    • Class B

    Contact for price

    +1 901-246-8997

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

    Hampshire

    Harriman

    Henning

    Annette Haycraft - Transportation

    480 Green Chapel Rd
    Henning, TN 38041

    • Class B
    • Passenger

    Contact for price

    +1 731-738-1661

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

    Hohenwald

    Jackson

    Drive-Train 1

    411 Airways Blvd
    Jackson, TN 38301

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

    about $4,045 (estimate)

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    Same school's program at its Memphis location on the state ETP list (US DOL TrainingProviderResults.gov, list as of June 30, 2025): Federal Theory and behind the wheel training for Commercial Driver License: $4,045 total ($3,995 tuition and required fees plus $50 books/supplies). This location's own price was not found. Figure is a total program cost.

    Source for Drive-Train 1
    +1 800-423-8011Visit website for Drive-Train 1

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

    Johnson City

    Knoxville

    OCC- CDL Academy

    2425 Burnside St
    Knoxville, TN 37921

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 865-532-2796

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

    Lenoir City

    Crossroads Buslines LLC

    4920 Hwy 11
    Lenoir City, TN 37772

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 865-309-6734

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

    Livingston

    TCAT Upper Cumberland @ Livingston

    740 Hi Tech Drive
    Livingston, TN 38570

    • Class A

    Verified

    $1,916 total program cost

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    US DOL list as of June 30, 2025

    Source for TCAT Upper Cumberland @ Livingston
    +1 931-823-5525

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

    Madison

    Madisonville

    Cooley bus service

    4260 US-411
    Madisonville, TN 37354

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 423-271-1862

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

    Manchester

    Maryville

    ASB Bus Training, LLC.

    425 Continental Dr
    Maryville, TN 37804

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 865-209-1440

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

    McMinnville

    Memphis

    Class A Driving Academy

    3739 South Hickory Ridge Mall Suite 490
    Memphis, TN 38115

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

    Verified

    $5,700 total program cost

    Checked Oct 30, 2026

    US DOL list as of June 30, 2025

    Source for Class A Driving Academy
    +1 901-443-5457

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

    Millington

    Mt. Juliet

    Murfreesboro

    5star C.D.L. Training Corp

    2006 Jones Blvd
    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    • Class A
    • Class B

    Contact for price

    +1 615-274-1763

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

    Cumberland Intl Trucks Inc

    295 Butler Dr
    Murfreesboro, TN 37127

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 615-397-5571

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

    Sallie Brown

    5341 Welchance Rd
    Murfreesboro, TN 37127

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 615-481-2318

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

    Nashville

    Focus Freight LLC

    968 Madison Square
    Nashville, TN 37115

    • Class A
    • Class B

    Contact for price

    +1 615-600-7847

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

    Professional Driving Academy Nashville LLC

    3530 W Hamilton Ave
    Nashville, TN 37218

    • Class A
    • Class B
    • Passenger

    Contact for price

    +1 615-364-6926

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

    Newbern

    Oneida

    Parsons

    Powell

    Readyville

    Selmer

    McNairy County School Transportation Department

    892 High School Rd
    Selmer, TN 38375

    • Class B
    • Passenger
    • School bus

    Contact for price

    +1 731-645-7975

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

    Sharon

    Shelbyville

    Soddy-Daisy

    Surgoinsville

    Frequently asked questions

    How many CDL schools in Tennessee are listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry?
    We list 68 public, in-person school locations in 38 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 Tennessee?
    Listed total program prices (tuition plus required fees, before state license fees) run from $1,821 to $7,535 across 28 schools from 23 providers (checked Oct 30, 2026; US DOL list prices as of June 30, 2025). State CDL fees are separate; see Tennessee in our CDL cost calculator.
    How much are the state CDL fees in Tennessee?
    State CDL fees in Tennessee add $84 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 Tennessee?
    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 Tennessee?
    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