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Professional CDL training - Commercial driver license programs - Los Angeles, CA
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$3,500
Est. Tuition
6-8
Weeks Avg
$50K+
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The supply chain of the entire United States starts here. With the twin ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach handling 40% of the nation's imports, the need for port drayage drivers is desperate. While traffic is a challenge, the local industry compensates with some of the highest local hourly rates in the country. Training in LA puts you directly into the center of the global economy.

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Why Choose Los Angeles?

High Wage Potential

Drivers in Los Angeles earn above national average due to high cost-of-living adjustments.

Union Opportunities

Strong presence of Teamsters and unionized carriers in this region.

Local Routes

High density of local P&D jobs allowing for more home time.

Port & Rail Access

Specialized training for intermodal and drayage logistics.

CDL Schools in Los Angeles

AGT Trucking School

Verified School Data (July 2026)
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Est. Tuition
$2,700- $6,500
Duration
3-5 WEEKS
Class AClass BPassengerHazmatTankerDoubles/Triples
Program Highlights
  • 5.0 star rating (14 reviews)
  • Former DMV examiner instructor
  • 900+ satisfied students
GI Bill, Payment PlansEvening & Weekend

Covenant Truck School LLC

Verified School Data (July 2026)
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Est. Tuition
$2,000- $3,500
Duration
4-12 WEEKS
Class AClass B
Program Highlights
  • Only CDL school in California offering clutch-free training
  • 3-month program with unlimited training hours
  • Walk-ins always welcome
GI Bill, Payment PlansEvening & Weekend

Environmental Outsource, Inc.

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Hazmat
Program Highlights
  • 195,373 students trained to date
  • #1 Forklift Training Provider
  • Complete EHS outsourcing solution

Fast-Pass Trucking Training

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Est. Tuition
$795- $5,000
Duration
3-4 WEEKS
Class AClass BHazmatPassengerTankerBus
Program Highlights
  • Over 35 years of experience
  • 100% DMV test pass rate
  • Over 20 years serving Southern CA
Payment Plans, WIOA GrantsEvening & Weekend

TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL LLC

Verified School Data (July 2026)
Verified Data (July 2026)
Est. Tuition
$2,500- $14,000
Duration
3-12 WEEKS
Class AClass BPassengerDoubles/TriplesHazmatTanker
Program Highlights
  • 4.8 rating (56 reviews)
  • Family-owned and operated
  • Over 25 years of experience
WIOA GrantsEvening & Weekend

GSF Driving & Truck Training School

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Verified Data (July 2026)
Est. Tuition
$2,200- $6,995
Duration
6-16 WEEKS
Class AClass BPassengerHazmatTankerDoubles/Triples
Program Highlights
  • Family owned since 1999
  • BBB Accredited with A+ rating
  • 4.0 rating with 209 Google reviews and 255 Yelp reviews
WIOA Grants, Payment PlansEvening & Weekend

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Why Train in Los Angeles?

Local Opportunities

  • High demand in Los Angeles logistics hubs
  • Entry-level potential: $50K-$60K (First Year)
  • Training tailored for California road conditions

Fast Training

  • Complete training in 6-8 weeks.
  • Job placement assistance with 85-95% placement rates
  • Most grads hired shortly after graduation

Graduate Success Stories

Successful CDL driver Miguel R. in Los Angeles

"I needed a career change fast. The 4-week program was intense, but they helped me get my TWIC card and lined up interviews."

Miguel R.

Ag Transport DriverCalifornia

Common Questions about Training in Los Angeles

Training in LA is on the higher end, often $4,500 to $7,500. However, the massive demand at the Ports of LA and Long Beach leads many employers to offer tuition reimbursement.

Since downtown traffic is too dense, most schools have training yards in industrial areas like Vernon, Commerce, or Fontana, where you can practice backing maneuvers safely.

This is a very common job for LA drivers. It involves moving shipping containers short distances from the port to local warehouses. It pays well and allows you to be home every night.

Yes. Since port work requires a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), most LA schools will guide you through the application process as part of the curriculum.

Yes. Given the high cost of living in LA, schools understand students need to work while training and offer flexible weekend and evening schedules.

*Licensing requirements based on DMV regulations. Pricing and duration are estimates for the Los Angeles area.

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