Vermont (VT) CDL Practice Tests

Vermont (VT) CDL permit applicants can work through these five practice questions to review core exam concepts and prepare for the Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) knowledge test.

Vermont CDL Practice Tests: General Knowledge, Combination Vehicle & Air Brakes

Drivers preparing for an Vermont Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) should focus on three core CDL practice tests. These align with the written knowledge exams required in Vermont and support the material covered in the official Vermont CDL manual.

• General Knowledge CDL Practice Test
• Combination Vehicle CDL Practice Test
• Air Brakes CDL Practice Test

For best results, combine CDL practice tests with the Vermont Commercial Driver License Manual and focus on the sections that match your intended license class and endorsements.

Preparing for the Vermont CDL Exam

Commercial driver licensing standards are established at the federal level by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Each state is responsible for administering CDL testing and licensing.

In Vermont, CDL information and testing requirements are published by the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The official CDL manual used for written and skills testing is:

• Vermont Commercial Driver License Manual (PDF)

The Vermont CDL manual applies to all commercial license classes, including:

• Class A CDL
• Class B CDL
• Class C CDL

Vermont CDL Eligibility Requirements

Age Requirements:
You must be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial motor vehicle within Vermont (intrastate).
You must be at least 21 years old to operate interstate or transport hazardous materials.

Valid Vermont Driver’s License

You must hold a valid Vermont Class D non-commercial driver’s license before applying for a CDL.

Medical Certification

All Vermont CDL applicants must pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a certified medical examiner listed on the National Registry.

FMCSA medical certification requirements

CDL Knowledge Tests and Endorsements

Applicants must pass written knowledge tests covering general CDL topics, air brakes (if applicable), and any endorsements required for their intended type of driving.

Common CDL endorsements include:

• Hazardous Materials (H)
• Tank Vehicles (N)
• Passenger (P)
• School Bus (S)

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements apply to many Vermont CDL applicants. ELDT includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training completed through an FMCSA-registered provider.

ELDT is required for:

• First-time CDL applicants
• Drivers upgrading from Class B to Class A
• Applicants adding Hazardous Materials (H), Passenger (P), or School Bus (S) endorsements

FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Background Checks and Documentation

Certain endorsements, including Hazardous Materials, require a federal background check. Applicants must also provide documentation verifying identity, Vermont residency, and lawful U.S. presence.

Vermont CDL Application Process

CDL applicants in Vermont must complete knowledge testing, obtain a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP), hold it for at least 14 days, complete any required Entry-Level Driver Training, and pass the CDL skills test before license issuance. The CLP is valid for 180 days and can be renewed once within an 18-month period.

Vermont DMV CDL application and testing steps

Vermont CDL Fees

Vermont CDL fees are published by the Vermont DMV. Fees vary based on license duration and testing requirements.

• Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP): $18.00
• Written General Knowledge Test: $39.00
• Endorsement Exams: $17.00 each
• CDL License Issuance (2-year): $72.00
• CDL License Issuance (4-year): $108.00

Vermont CDL Skills Test Fees:

• Road Skills Test (Pre-Trip Inspection, Basic Control, On-Road): $39.00
• Scheduling Deposit (required to book the skills test appointment): $29.00

Additional costs may also apply for endorsement testing or background checks, such as fingerprinting for Hazardous Materials endorsements.

View the official Vermont DMV fee schedule