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How many hours can a CDL driver drive in a day?

The FMCSA authorizes CDL drivers a maximum of 11 hours of drive time in a 24-hour period. 

  • With the 11-hour driving limit, a driver can drive a maximum of 11 hours after being off duty for 10 consecutive hours. 
  • The 14-hour limit, however, states that a driver can’t drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour after being off duty for 10 hours.