Texas DPS skills-test rentals
School bus rental for your CDL test
Have a school district job or a Texas DPS school bus skills test coming up? Request a yellow school bus for your appointment. Tell us which passenger and school bus endorsements you hold and the kind of bus your district uses.
Call (469) 332-7188 to discuss your test date.
School bus prices
One Texas DPS skills-test appointment includes up to two hours of vehicle use. The table combines the published rental and fuel charges.
Texas DPS fees, applicable taxes and any familiarization you choose are separate. Confirm the full quote before reserving.
See all published prices| Test office | Rental | Fuel | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas South | $950 | $80 | $1,030 |
| Paris | $1,600 | $245 | $1,845 |
Another DPS location? Request a location-specific quote.
Bring the details from your district
Ask your transportation supervisor which bus you will operate. Those details help us match the rental to your application before you travel.
District equipment
Share the bus type, seating capacity, brakes and any written employer requirements.
P and S endorsements
Tell us which endorsements you already have and which skills test you have scheduled.
Office and date
Check the office and time on your DPS notice. Ask us to confirm the bus, price and meeting instructions in writing.
Before you book
Have your permit and appointment notice handy. We’ll confirm the meeting point separately from the DPS test office.
Read scheduling and refund termsCan a district contact you about a driver?
Yes. A driver or district representative can call with the intended bus, endorsement needs and proposed test date. Confirm individual appointment and rental arrangements with our team.
Can I study for the school bus knowledge test separately?
Yes. The existing school bus permit practice page explains the self-directed knowledge practice option. You can request the test-day vehicle separately.
Does a bus reservation complete ELDT?
ELDT theory and behind-the-wheel requirements have their own completion records. Tell us which steps you have completed when you ask about a bus.
Class A 
Class B 
Passenger bus Have a test date?
Send the vehicle type, DPS office and appointment time. We’ll check the schedule and confirm the price.