Can I get a CDL at 18 in Texas?

Answer

1. Yes, for driving inside Texas only. Texas DPS gives a CDL at 18 for intrastate driving; to drive across state lines you must be 21. You still start with a Commercial Learner Permit and need Entry Level Driver Training before your first Class A or B driving test.

   Sources: Texas DPS

   • “Intrastate: Minimum age for a CDL is 18” Texas DPS ↗
   • “Interstate: Minimum age for a CDL is 21” Texas DPS ↗
   • “applying for a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time, upgrading an existing CDL to a Class A or B, or obtaining a school bus (S), passenger (P) or hazardous materials (H) endorsement for the first time” Texas DPS ↗

   Answered by SkillsTradeJobs team · November 2, 2026

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