“The folks at 169 driving academy were awesome! They had me CDL test ready in 4 weeks. The instructors are clear and concise with their instructions and I felt fully prepared to take my CDL test at the end of the course. I passed the test in my first attempt!”
Matt P.
“Last week I joined the "One and Done" club thanks to 160 Driving Academy of Minneapolis. I want to personally thank Trent, classroom Instructor Josh M and yard Instructors Rick, Scott & Kevin for their guidance and helping me build confidence to obtain my Class A CDL.”
Matt L.
“This school was great, the instructors were great, I learned everything for the test and passed on my first try.”
Schaefer H.
“I got my Cdl license today, It is great school to learn from scratch!!Amazing management team And great instructors!!”
Samuel
“got my CDL, from 160 it was great experience with the trainers they all cool guys to work with and they will teach you good, if you planning on going to cdl school this will be a great one”
Idris
Train with experienced instructors in Minneapolis, MN with flexible schedules, hands-on yard training, and career support.
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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.
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Finding the right truck driving school in Minneapolis, MN 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.
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*
Students from this location have opportunities to connect with major transportation employers.
Our Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN 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.
160 Driving Academy is a top truck driving school in Minneapolis. Employers love to hire our graduates because they know they have the skills, training, and confidence they need to get behind the wheel and hit the road.
Our caring instructors do what it takes to help our students succeed, and our impressively high graduation rate is proof of that.
In just four weeks, we prepare students to enter the workforce—and a thriving workforce at that. Experts say that more than 575,000 new jobs will soon be available for CDL holders. That means that as a graduate of 160 Driving Academy, you’ll be in high demand!
We stand out from other truck driving schools in Minneapolis in many ways, and having local school locations is one of the most important. That means you won’t have to spend extra money on hotels during your training and that you’ll be able to go home every night.
Other reasons 160 Driving Academy is the smart choice includes:
Are you ready for a rewarding new career? Our graduates earn average starting salaries of $55,990*, and the growth potential is impressive. Top earners with additional certifications earn six figures. Want to join them? Call 160 Driving Academy today or fill out our online form to get started!
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!
Had a wonderful time learning with instructor Liz. She took the time to answer our questions and made sure we understood what we were learning. She has a lot of experience and had a lot of real life examples to… Read More
Chrystal Reed
She is an outstanding teacher and a true professional who represents your school/company so well. You are lucky to have her on your team, and I’m grateful to have had her in my corner!
Abdi Mohamud
She made teaching and absorbing information very easy. Life is good when she’s teaching
Shevan Freeman
Jojo was the best. All my general knowledge credit goes to her!
Kardierre Love
Josephine is an amazing instructor and made it fun and understandable and not like I was stupid as a new person in the industry!!!
James Drummond
Josephine was amazing. Great teacher. Learn a lot. Thanks for everything
Paul Fell
Great instructors and overall a good time at 160.
Charles Hachmeister
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
Malachai Bowling
Good Driver
Ousmane Sarr
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
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
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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