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We use the official Minnesota CDL study guides for our CDL test prep students, rebuilt so they can prepare section by section, on any device. The CDL practice tests use the full question bank for practice tests and CDL exam modes. The Minnesota CDL practice test and CDL exam modes are designed to work with you at your pace. No filler lessons, no upsells, no subscription. Studying CDL classes and endorsements should be easy, not complicated. Let BeginCDL help you study for your career the right way.
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CDL school costs thousands. Do not let the permit test hold you up. A failed CDL or endorsement test means paying for a retest, which is another trip to the testing site or school, and a later start on your new MN CDL career. Study it once, pass it the first time, and start your Minnesota CDL career on schedule.
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Minnesota CDL Study Guides
Every Minnesota CDL study guide has been rebuilt from the official Minnesota CDL manual, with the original diagrams. All the Minnesota CDL exam prep study material is built for desktop, tablet, and phones.
Minnesota CDL Practice Tests & Exam
Three modes: practice with answers explained, exam conditions with nothing revealed until the end, and a missed-question drill that replays only what you got wrong. Pass at 80% and the test is marked ready.
Minnesota CDL Quick Review and Q&A
Each one boiled down to the facts the test asks about, plus every question with its correct answer and manual reference for a fast read-through the night before.
Minnesota CDL Narrated Audio
Every purchase includes the Minnesota CDL manual read aloud, section by section, so you can study on the road, on a break, or in line at Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services.
All 7 CDL Endorsements Covered in Minnesota
Air Brakes
Most trucks and buses in Minnesota have air brakes. Skip this test and your CDL carries an air brake restriction.
Study Air Brakes →Combination Vehicles
Pulling a trailer in Minnesota takes a Class A, and that means Combination Vehicles: coupling, air lines, and off-tracking.
Study Combination Vehicles →Hazardous Materials
Placarded loads in Minnesota need the H endorsement plus a TSA background check. Placards, shipping papers, and emergencies.
Study Hazardous Materials →Tank Vehicles
Liquids and gases in tanks over 119 gallons surge. Minnesota tank drivers must know outage, baffles, and rollover risk.
Study Tank Vehicles →Passenger
Drive 16 or more people in Minnesota, from hotel shuttles to motor coaches. Loading, emergency exits, and passenger safety.
Study Passenger →School Bus
Minnesota school districts require the S endorsement on top of P. Student stops, railroad crossings, mirrors, and evacuations.
Study School Bus →Doubles & Triples
Haul two or three trailers on the Minnesota routes that allow them. Stability, coupling, and following distance are the test.
Study Doubles & Triples →Not sure which Minnesota CDL you need?
Answer a few questions and the selector tool gives you a starting point based on your vehicle and operation in Minnesota.
Use the CDL Selector →Minnesota Licensing at a Glance
State Profile
Minnesota's diverse economy generates CDL demand across agriculture, healthcare distribution, and mining sectors.
Key Interstates: I-35, I-90, I-94
Getting Your CDL in Minnesota
How to book the skills test
Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services gives CDL road tests at its exam stations (16 stations statewide, including Anoka, Duluth, Minneapolis, Rochester, and St. Cloud) and also certifies third-party CDL testers, typically training schools that test their own students. Schedule the road test through DVS once you hold the CLP and have finished ELDT, and bring the class of vehicle you are applying for.
Wait times and timing tips
DVS does not publish CDL road-test wait times. Written tests can now be booked by appointment online, which removes the walk-in queue for the knowledge portion.
Minnesota CDL fees
| Class A, B, or C instruction permit (CLP) | $26.75 |
| Endorsement examination | $2.50 each |
| Written retest, third attempt and beyond | $10 |
| Road retest, third attempt and beyond | $20 |
| CDL license fee by class | confirm on the DVS fee page |
Agency fees only. ELDT training, the DOT medical exam, and third-party test fees are separate.
What is specific to Minnesota
- The first two attempts at each written or road test carry no retest fee; from the third attempt on you pay $10 (written) or $20 (road).
- The CLP holding period is the federal minimum of 14 days.
- A Minnesota CDL is valid for four years.
- Non-domiciled CDL applicants must use one of the 16 designated exam stations.
Source: Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, checked September 2026. Fees and procedures change; confirm with the agency before you book.
The most common Minnesota CDL study material
Minnesota Class A CDL Study Material
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Pulling a trailer over 10,000 lbs takes a Class A. Three written tests stand between you and that license: General Knowledge, Air Brakes, and Combination Vehicles. This covers all three, plus the skills test.
- General Knowledge
- Air Brakes
- Combination Vehicles
- Skills Test
- CDL Manual Audio
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Take the free MN practice test →Common Questions About Getting a CDL in Minnesota
How much does a CDL cost in Minnesota?
Fees set by Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services: Class A, B, or C instruction permit (CLP) $26.75; Endorsement examination $2.50 each; Written retest, third attempt and beyond $10; Road retest, third attempt and beyond $20; CDL license fee by class confirm on the DVS fee page. Skills-test fees charged by third-party testers, ELDT training, and the DOT medical exam are extra and vary by provider.
Where do I take the CDL skills test in Minnesota?
Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services gives CDL road tests at its exam stations (16 stations statewide, including Anoka, Duluth, Minneapolis, Rochester, and St. Cloud) and also certifies third-party CDL testers, typically training schools that test their own students. Schedule the road test through DVS once you hold the CLP and have finished ELDT, and bring the class of vehicle you are applying for.
How long does it take to get a CDL skills test appointment in Minnesota?
DVS does not publish CDL road-test wait times. Written tests can now be booked by appointment online, which removes the walk-in queue for the knowledge portion.
What is different about getting a CDL in Minnesota?
The first two attempts at each written or road test carry no retest fee; from the third attempt on you pay $10 (written) or $20 (road). The CLP holding period is the federal minimum of 14 days. A Minnesota CDL is valid for four years. Non-domiciled CDL applicants must use one of the 16 designated exam stations.
What CDL class do I need?
It depends on the vehicle weight rating, trailer weight, passenger use, school bus use, and whether hazardous materials are transported. The selector tool gives a starting point, and your state licensing agency makes the final determination.
Do I need ELDT before testing?
ELDT generally applies when you are getting a Class A CDL, Class B CDL, Class B-to-Class A upgrade, or a Passenger, School Bus, or HazMat endorsement for the first time.
Is HazMat ELDT different?
Yes. HazMat ELDT is theory training and must be completed before the hazardous materials knowledge test. The TSA security threat assessment is a separate requirement.
Can I study before buying training?
Yes. You can compare CDL classes, review endorsement topics, and use the selector tool first. Minnesota study material add organized practice material, PDFs, audio, and training access.
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