Back to Program Home
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
All tests
– / –
 
 
 
 
 
Advertisement
  • 0  (10 mistakes allowed to pass)
Based on official Pennsylvania exam questions

Free Pennsylvania CDL Permit Practice Test: General Knowledge 2025

  • Perfect for first-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants, and those adding endorsements.

For commercial driving in the great state of Pennsylvania, major interstate routes include Interstate 76, Interstate 80, Interstate 81, and Interstate 95. I-76 connects Pittsburgh to Philadelphia. I-80 runs from San Francisco, California through central Pennsylvania and from there to Teaneck, New Jersey. I-81 begins at Wellesley Island, New York at the Canadian border and forms the northern section of Harrisburg’s Capital Beltway. The highway ends at Dandridge, Tennessee. I-95 runs from Houlton, Maine (at the Canadian border) through Philadelphia (where it connects with I-76) and ends at Miami, Florida. Unfortunately, the section of I-95 in Pennsylvania is not up to modern interstate standards; some interchanges lack merge lanes, and there is an actual gap where you must leave the highway and drive a few blocks before reentering the highway. This highway is often heavily congested too.

Before you can start your career as a new commercial driver, you may have a long road ahead of you (pun intended). There are some requirements you must meet first. One of your first technical milestones is to pass the official General Knowledge test for a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). This test will assess your grasp of commercial driving theory. You must have a CLP to practice supervised commercial driving. Only then will you be sufficiently proficient to pass the official skills test, in which you will show a driving examiner that you can operate a commercial vehicle competently and safely. That is required for you to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

This free Pennsylvania CDL permit practice test is based on the official Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s Manual (Pennsylvania CDL Handbook 2025), just like the official knowledge test. It’s up to date as of October, 2025. And it’s formatted like the official test, too. There are 50 multiple-choice questions on such topics as cargo management, driving on downgrades, stopping distance, and vehicle components. Unlike the official knowledge test, each question on this practice test comes with an available hint, courtesy of our automated assistant; use it if you get stuck. Each question also comes with an explanation of the correct answer. Read it carefully if you missed the question so you won’t make the same mistake again. What this practice test doesn’t have is a time limit. Take your time and learn as much as you can. If you miss a question, study the relevant sections of the CDL manual again.

Note: You may also need to pass other official commercial knowledge tests and skills tests, depending on the class of CDL you’re applying for and the types of vehicles you plan to operate in your career. We offer practice tests to help you pass any or all of these official knowledge tests. Check them out!

Available in EN and ES
PA commercial driver's license
Real exam-style pitfalls you’ll practice:
Common Traps
Distractors
Trick Wording
Double Negatives

Authored and curated by Steven Litvintchouk, M.S.

Chief Educational Researcher (ACES member)
Methodology & Editorial Policy
Last verified for accuracy: October 2025 (reviewed weekly)

What to expect on the actual PA permit test

50

questions

40

correct answers to pass

80%

passing score

Real Pennsylvania drivers who passed first try

Verified student reviews • Shared with permission

Customer service was great and I had passed all of my tests first try.
Every single question I studied for, some of the exact same ones were also on the tests at the DMV. Though it is a lot of questions, and the ones on the test can be at random, the questions driving-tests.org had for my CDL permit were all the same ones. Very good site for those interested in studying for their CDL permits. I passed all first try thanks to this site.
S
Follow the plan!
As long as you follow the plan that you are given, you will pass. I passed my Hazmat & Tanker endorsement on the same day.
D
Passed My Hazmat This site is absolutely amazing! There is.
This site is absolutely amazing! There is such ease in navigation plus if you follow along as they suggest I feel your guaranteed to pass your CDL Hazmat endorsement! I highly recommend!
R
Makes it too easy to pass.
Makes it too easy to pass. Easy to sign up for and access the Information and practice tests. All the questions on the practice tests were on the PA Hazmat\Tanker tests, passed first time with 0 wrong..
J
Every single question that was asked by DOT was, in fact, on this test.
And I studied the questions they had meticulously, and it worked out absolutely perfect. The best investment of my life, believe me, if you do your due diligence and study like you're supposed to, you will absolutely ace it. I have a bad memory, but it was easy studying these questions and answers virtually, and I aced my test. I am so blessed and I'm so happy to have this. It's simply nothing but truly an investment in your future.
W
Makes it too easy to pass.
Easy to sign up for and access the Information and practice tests. All the questions on the practice tests were on the PA Hazmat\Tanker tests, passed first time with 0 wrong.
J
Absolutely 💯%.
Absolutely 💯% you spend. I crammed for less than 24 hours and passed my PA CDL general knowledge as well as endorsements for Hazmat, Combination, Doubles/Triples, and Tank IN ONE TRY! The practice exams were tremendously thorough and matched nearly all the questions that I encountered on the actual exams. Don’t waste anymore time or money at the DMV then you absolutely must! Sign up for Driving-Tests and pass the first time!
JB
Honest expierence.
My honest experience with this website has been awesome! I have the cdl book from the dmv here in pa but never really opened it, every time I did I just got really bored, it wasnt working. I'm a hands on type of guy so I always get nervous for written exams. But when I aced all of these tests, I decided to go to the dmv and give it a shot. I went for class a with airbrakes. I was really surprised at how close the questions on my actual test were similar to the ones on this site. If it wasnt for the little money I played for this site, I don't think i would've got my cdl. These guys are great and I'll recommend them to anyone who is attempting their cdl. Thank you so much for helping me advance my career, your help made this process a breeze.
V
This website is Awesome.
I was having a hard time studying and passing the tests required to get my CDL permit. I bought this program with the hopes that it would help me accomplish my goals. I have to say that this program is AWESOME. Really when I bought it I was just hoping for the best but expecting the worse. They delivered on everything that was promised. First I read the book for 2 sections. Then I took all the tests for those 2 sections until I passed the tests then I went to DMV and passed the tests with no problems. I had my CDL in the past so to the ex CDL holders that are wondering if this will help them the answer is a resounding yes. Thank you for providing a website that provides everything you said it would.
SL
Excellent online ELDT training.
Very professional and appealing website interface for the user. Very fast support response and upload of certificates. Passed all three of my CDL written tests on first attempt: Passenger, Tanker and Hazmat.
GC
My overall experience with the program….
My overall experience with the program was awesome. I completed the ELDT+Hazmat in only 24hrs. I was also able to practice on the tanker endorsement as well. This program also taught me things that I didn’t know already. You can definitely complete the program in a day if you have already been studying. It’s also very easy to navigate.
TC

FAQs

How do you obtain a CDL in Pennsylvania?

To get a CDL in Pennsylvania, begin by obtaining a commercial learner's permit (CLP) after passing the required knowledge tests. Hold the CLP for at least 14 days, then complete CDL training (optional but recommended) and pass the skills test. Make sure to meet all medical and legal requirements.

What is the cost of getting a CDL?

The cost for a CDL in Pennsylvania includes a $35 fee for the knowledge test, a $30 permit fee, and a $91.50 fee for the CDL skills test. Additional costs for CDL training programs vary by school.

How long does CDL training last?

CDL training duration in Pennsylvania varies by program. It typically ranges from a few weeks to several months, depending on whether the training is full-time or part-time and the specific requirements of the CDL class being pursued.

What disqualifies you from getting a CDL?

In Pennsylvania, disqualifications from obtaining a CDL include serious traffic violations, certain criminal convictions, especially related to motor vehicles, and alcohol or controlled substance violations while operating a motor vehicle.

How long is the CDL test?

The Pennsylvania CDL skills test duration varies based on the individual's performance. It includes a pre-trip inspection, basic control skills test, and an on-road driving test.

Is CDL school required in Pennsylvania?

CDL school is not mandatory in Pennsylvania, but it is highly recommended for adequate training and preparation for the CDL skills test. Employers may also prefer or require CDL training program completion.

Are you in another state?

4.45/5
423 votes
Click a star to add your vote
Ask AI Coach
Hi there! I'm Officer Frank
    Upgrade to Premium