What Students in Belleville Are Saying

“Starting from the top, Renee! Thank you for so patient with the GI Bill process. Once on site, I was dazed and confused. But the instructors got me gathered, focused and confident to complete the task at hand. Jordan, Pierre, Karl, Emmit, Drew and my guy Randy, all very sharp and competent at what they do. Great crew of INSTRUCTORS!! Randy really reeled me in toward the end and gave me some great pointers. Thank you for the 1 on 1’s after each drive. I’ve been out of the military 6 years and have been enjoying my stagnant daily routine. Now I have my Class A CDL, “Game Changer!” Thanks a million guys, Monj B.”

Monj V.

“After working in the yard and moving trailers, I still learned SO MUCH more. The trainers are awesome and are ready to make learning fun, easy to learn and remember. They train and teach just like everyday is test day. Thank you Belleville Crew!”

Nancy C.

“EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE GREAT INSTRUCTORS.PIERRE AND DREW TOOK THEY TIME WITH ME HANDS ON NO FRUSTRATION AT ALL AND KARL GAVE ME POINTERS ON MY PRE-TRIP INPESCTION. I RECOMMEND ANYONE WHO WANTS TO OBTAIN THEIR CDL'S TO GO TO 160 ACADEMY YOU ALSO CAN SEE YOUR PROGRESS ON THE TRUCKERS NETWORK APP. OVERALL”

Salina W.

“The managers and instructors at the Belleville, IL location are fantastic. They make you feel like your learning and experience matters. You are not just the next group of drivers. I personally have seen the instructors take a student from not knowing a thing about a manual transmission to comfortably running a 10 speed 18 wheeler on the interstate. If you pay attention you will have your CDL in 4 weeks.”

Ross L.

“Excellent place to get your CDL”

Kenneth

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Belleville, IL, IL Truck Driving School

Train with experienced instructors in Belleville, IL with flexible schedules, hands-on yard training, and career support.

Training Length

4–5 Weeks

Payment Options

Monthly Plans Available
As Low As $225/Month

Training Location — Belleville, IL

Training Yard

Offered at This Location

  • Hazmat Endorsement
  • CDL Class A
  • Refresher Course
  • Restriction Removal
  • Permit / VPC Only
  • Yard Only Training
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How to Get Started

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  1. Find a CDL school
    near you

    Find your nearest 160 Driving Academy location by zip code.

  2. Affordable Payment Options

    Choose from various flexible financing and payment option.

  3. Start Earning In As Little As 4 Weeks

    Complete Your Training With Experienced instructors

  4. Get Hired, Job Placement Services

    Find the perfect job through our job marketplace.

See How Easy It Is to Get Started

We make the path to earning your CDL clear and straightforward. Watch how our training process helps students gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed to start driving professionally.

The Road to Your New Career

START WITH 160 DRIVING ACADEMY

Attend An Informational Webinar

  • Learn More About The Program
  • Get Questions Answered
  • See Why 160 Is The Best Choice

Speak With An Admissions Advisor

  • Program Details
  • Scheduling
  • Discuss Affordability & Tuition Options

ENROLLMENT

  • Payment
  • Paperwork

CLASSROOM

  • Learn From Home or In Select Locations In One of Our Classrooms

Yard

  • Physical & Drug Screen
  • Hands-on yard training

Job Placement

  • Placement is clearly presented as a core part of the journey
Financial Solutions

Flexible Financing

Ready to roll into a brighter future, consider these payment options:

Self-Pay

  • Pay in Full
  • Self-Pay Discount Off Tuition*
  • Short-Term Payment Plans Options
  • Discount available at select locations.

Financing Options

  • Payments As Low As $225 Per Month Based On Terms, Length Of Program
  • 0% APR Financing Maybe Available

Secondary financing may be available

  • Based On Credit Rating And Application Approval
  • For Low/No Income Or On Government Assistance, Funding Options

Company Sponsorship

  • Contracted With The Carrier Commitment
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Endorsements We Train For

Train for multiple commercial vehicle certifications.

  • 18-Wheelers
    (Class A)
  • Class B
  • Hazmat Vehicles
  • Tank Vehicles
    (Coming Soon)
  • Tanker + Hazmat
    (Coming Soon)
  • Double/Triple Trailers
    (Coming Soon)
  • Passenger Bus
    (Coming Soon)
  • Passenger Bus
    (Coming Soon)
CDL Endorsements Type of CDL Required Type of Test Required TSA Background Required? CDL Endorsements Description
Tank Vehicle (N) Class A or B Written Knowledge Test Allows operation of vehicles designed to transport liquids or gaseous materials in tanks with a capacity of more than 119 gallons.
Doubles/ Triples (T) Class A Written Knowledge Test Authorizes a Class A CDL driver to tow more than one trailer, such as double or triple trailers.
Hazardous Materials (H) Class A or B Written Knowledge Test Required to haul hazardous materials (like chemicals or gasoline) that require placards.
Tank/HazMat (X) Class A or B Written Knowledge Test A combination of the H and N endorsements, allowing for the transport of hazardous liquids or gases.
Passenger (P) Class A or B Skills Test Required to operate a vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver).
School Bus (S) Class A or B Skills Test Mandatory for driving a school bus, requiring the driver to have a passenger endorsement as well.

Why Choose 160 Driving Academy

Finding the right truck driving school in Belleville, IL can feel like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. If you want the best education available, there’s no better choice than 160 Driving Academy.

behind the wheel cdl training

  • Learn from experienced CDL instructors1

  • 120 hours of hands-on driving + 40 hours of classroom training

  • Affordable training with flexible payment options

  • Help finding a driving job before graduation

  • Start earning around $55K+ per year*

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Training & Hiring Partners

Students from this location have opportunities to connect with major transportation employers.

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Start Your Truck Driving Career in Belleville, IL

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Our Belleville, IL training program is designed to help students gain the knowledge, confidence, and hands-on experience needed to pursue a successful CDL career. With experienced instructors, real-world training environments, and flexible scheduling options, students can prepare for opportunities in the growing trucking industry.

Students attending our Belleville, IL location receive practical training focused on safety, driving techniques, vehicle inspections, and CDL test preparation. Whether you are starting a new career path or looking for long-term job stability, our program helps students build the skills needed for success on the road.

160 Driving Academy proudly serves students throughout the Belleville, IL area with industry-focused CDL education and support. Our team is committed to helping students feel prepared, confident, and career-ready through every stage of the training process.

About Our Belleville, IL School

As the premier truck driving school in Belleville, IL, 160 Driving Academy is committed to getting you the best start possible when it comes to your education! We’re proud to offer a variety of CDL training classes to Belleville students looking for a fast, trusted way to blaze a trail into a new career. You can graduate from your truck driver classes in just four weeks, and we’ll even help you find a great starting position.

As long as you’re 21 or over and are licensed to drive a car, you qualify to get started at 160 Driving Academy and experience our countless training benefits:

  • Options for a full reimbursement 1 of your tuition through company sponsorship 1
  • 160 hours of professional CDL training from qualified instructors
  • Job placement assistance through our partnership with major trucking companies
  • Numerous school locations so you don’t have to commute
  • Full preparation for the CDL exam

Are you ready to jumpstart your career and land a job with a starting salary of at least $55,990* per year on average?

Then give 160 Driving Academy a call today to learn more about our Belleville, IL truck driver classes, and we’ll get you started on the first step to your new job path.

Truck Driving Questions

Before you commit to classes at 160 Driving Academy and a new career direction, you’ll have some questions that you want answered. Check out the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions below:

In order to become a class A truck driver (a category that includes almost all tractor trailers), you’ll need to earn your Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). In order to receive CDL certification, you will have to pass the state exam.

For most students, CDL training is extremely affordable. 160 Driving Academy offers multiple support and financing options. We’re here to help you earn your CDL certification and achieve your goals.

160 will prepare you for your written exam with 40 hours of classroom instruction. You will also have 120 hours behind the wheel, driving on Local and Interstate roads and learning by observing other students.

We currently have locations in all regions of the country, allowing you to choose your nearest location and easily commute to class every day. We’re also in the process of expanding into new areas, so keep your eye out for a 160 Driving Academy schools coming to your city!

160 charges companies $50.00 for student verifications please contact [email protected] or your SSA. For third-party company/employee verifications, visit https://verifications.160portal.com

160 hours of training might sound like a lot, but with 160 Driving Academy, you can finish our program in as little as four 40 hour weeks. In certain locations we also offer night and weekend classes for students who have jobs and other obligations during the day.

Absolutely! The average commercial truck driver makes *$57,440 a year.

Absolutely! We can prepare you for HazMat written exams today and with tanker, doubles.triples coming soon. Getting an endorsement in addition to your CDL can greatly increase your salary and job prospects.

Give us a call at 877.350.0884 or fill out our online form, and a career counselor will contact you from there. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Josephine is an exceptional CDL classroom instructor whose dedication and support make a real difference for her students. She explains the material clearly and thoroughly, connects lessons to what we’ll need to know on the road, and makes sure students… Read More

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Ousmane Sarr

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I just finished my classroom time with instructor Josephine (Jo). She is a very knowledgeable instructor, she’s patient, uses different techniques and examples to help with understanding, her style of teaching really did help me to understand, she makes it… Read More

Elizabeth

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Attending class was not difficult at all, as all you need is the link and a device. This makes it possible or those with super busy or even inconsistent locations to attend. The learning material was also broken down into… Read More

Davontay

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I'm currently a diesel technician and took this class just to get my cdl and I found it very surprising that even I was able to learn multiple things from her, even with all my year in he trucking industry.… Read More

Jan Choy Diaz

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Josephine was really amazing instructor and very patient Thank you

Hardy Roa

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I had the pleasure of having Josephine as my instructor for my first week of training through the ELDT portion of the CDL. I must say she has been great to learn from. She is very patient and very thorough… Read More

Marcus Hemphill

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Josephine is a wonderful teacher

Christopher Whitt

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Great instructor was very kind and knowledgeable in what she was talking about treated everybody with respect even if they had different dialects or had an accent very patient with everyone even when we made it hard and all in… Read More

Yamil Medina

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JOSEPHINE DID A PHONEMAIL JOB!!!!!

ERILSON MATOS

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This is my first time writing a review, but I wanted to share my experience getting my CDL. I came into the program not really knowing what to expect, and I was a little nervous at first. The instructors were… Read More

Tyler Morrison

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very helpful and Informative and willing to teach you until you get It, the atmosphere and environment was very great and welcoming

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