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We use the official Vermont 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 Vermont 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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Vermont CDL Study Guides
Every Vermont CDL study guide has been rebuilt from the official Vermont CDL manual, with the original diagrams. All the Vermont CDL exam prep study material is built for desktop, tablet, and phones.
Vermont 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.
Vermont 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.
Vermont CDL Narrated Audio
Every purchase includes the Vermont CDL manual read aloud, section by section, so you can study on the road, on a break, or in line at Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles.
All 7 CDL Endorsements Covered in Vermont
Air Brakes
Most trucks and buses in Vermont have air brakes. Skip this test and your CDL carries an air brake restriction.
Study Air Brakes →Combination Vehicles
Pulling a trailer in Vermont takes a Class A, and that means Combination Vehicles: coupling, air lines, and off-tracking.
Study Combination Vehicles →Hazardous Materials
Placarded loads in Vermont 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. Vermont tank drivers must know outage, baffles, and rollover risk.
Study Tank Vehicles →Passenger
Drive 16 or more people in Vermont, from hotel shuttles to motor coaches. Loading, emergency exits, and passenger safety.
Study Passenger →School Bus
Vermont 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 Vermont routes that allow them. Stability, coupling, and following distance are the test.
Study Doubles & Triples →Not sure which Vermont CDL you need?
Answer a few questions and the selector tool gives you a starting point based on your vehicle and operation in Vermont.
Use the CDL Selector →Vermont Licensing at a Glance
State Profile
Vermont's dairy industry and specialty agriculture create steady demand for reefer and bulk CDL operators.
Key Interstates: I-89, I-91
Getting Your CDL in Vermont
How to book the skills test
Vermont DMV gives CDL skills tests at DMV locations by appointment only; walk-ins are not tested. You must pay a $29 scheduling deposit first (form VL-056), then call to book personally, since the scheduler needs your vehicle class, endorsements, and test history. Bring all your licenses, proof of residency and Social Security number, and the vehicle's insurance, registration, and inspection sticker.
Wait times and timing tips
DMV does not publish wait times; booking is by phone after the deposit is paid. Give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or the deposit is forfeited; if you pass, the deposit is credited toward your license fees. Three failed skills tests mean a six-month wait.
Vermont CDL fees
| Commercial learner's permit (1 year) | $18 |
| CDL knowledge test | $39 |
| CDL endorsement test | $17 |
| CDL road test | $39 |
| Road test scheduling deposit | $29 (credited if you pass) |
| CDL, 2-year | $72 |
| CDL, 4-year | $108 |
| Enhanced CDL | $108 (2-year) or $144 (4-year) |
Agency fees only. ELDT training, the DOT medical exam, and third-party test fees are separate.
What is specific to Vermont
- A $29 scheduling deposit must be paid before a skills test can be booked; it is applied to the license fee on a pass.
- The CLP is valid for 180 days.
- Three failures on the skills test mean a six-month wait before the next attempt.
- New residents must transfer their CDL within 30 days of moving to Vermont.
Source: Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles, checked September 2026. Fees and procedures change; confirm with the agency before you book.
The most common Vermont CDL study material
Vermont 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 VT practice test →Common Questions About Getting a CDL in Vermont
How much does a CDL cost in Vermont?
Fees set by Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles: Commercial learner's permit (1 year) $18; CDL knowledge test $39; CDL endorsement test $17; CDL road test $39; Road test scheduling deposit $29 (credited if you pass); CDL, 2-year $72; CDL, 4-year $108; Enhanced CDL $108 (2-year) or $144 (4-year). 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 Vermont?
Vermont DMV gives CDL skills tests at DMV locations by appointment only; walk-ins are not tested. You must pay a $29 scheduling deposit first (form VL-056), then call to book personally, since the scheduler needs your vehicle class, endorsements, and test history. Bring all your licenses, proof of residency and Social Security number, and the vehicle's insurance, registration, and inspection sticker.
How long does it take to get a CDL skills test appointment in Vermont?
DMV does not publish wait times; booking is by phone after the deposit is paid. Give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or the deposit is forfeited; if you pass, the deposit is credited toward your license fees. Three failed skills tests mean a six-month wait.
What is different about getting a CDL in Vermont?
A $29 scheduling deposit must be paid before a skills test can be booked; it is applied to the license fee on a pass. The CLP is valid for 180 days. Three failures on the skills test mean a six-month wait before the next attempt. New residents must transfer their CDL within 30 days of moving to Vermont.
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. Vermont study material add organized practice material, PDFs, audio, and training access.
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