CDL schools in Louisiana

Louisiana has 81 CDL training locations on FMCSA's Training Provider Registry that say they are open to the public, spread across 49 cities. The most are in Shreveport (6), Alexandria (5), Lake Charles (5). 60 (74%) are registered for Class A behind-the-wheel training on public roads, and 71 for Class B. The provider with the most locations here is Coastal Truck Driving School, with 7.

Cities with the most CDL schools in Louisiana

All 81 registered locations

Common questions about CDL training in Louisiana

How many CDL schools are in Louisiana?

As of 11/3/2026, the FMCSA Training Provider Registry lists 81 public, in-person training locations in Louisiana. Of those, 29 list a website.

Where can I get Class A CDL training in Louisiana?

60 locations are registered for Class A public-road training. They are concentrated in Shreveport, Opelousas, Alexandria, Lake Charles.

Can I get a school bus or passenger endorsement in Louisiana?

58 locations are registered for school bus (S) training and 59 for passenger (P) training. Many are school districts or transit agencies that may enroll the public.

Can I do ELDT theory online in Louisiana?

Yes. Federal rules allow theory online with any registered online provider (607 are listed). Behind-the-wheel training must still be done with a registered provider in person.

The counts above come from the FMCSA Training Provider Registry export dated 11/3/2026 and include only locations that say they are open to the public. Tuition, schedules and job placement are not in the registry. Ask each school directly.