HGV Training Inverness – Class 1, Class 2 & CPC Driver Training
Inverness is the main logistics and transport hub for the Scottish Highlands, supporting freight distribution, construction, food supply, retail logistics, and infrastructure projects across Northern Scotland. With key transport routes including the A9, A96, and A82 connecting the Highlands to the Central Belt and beyond, Inverness offers strong career opportunities for qualified HGV drivers.
At 123HGV, we provide professional HGV training for drivers in Inverness and surrounding Highland areas. Our courses include Class 1 (Cat C+E), Class 2 (Cat C), C1, and Driver CPC training, helping both new and experienced drivers gain recognised qualifications. Whether you want to drive locally across the Highlands or nationally across the UK, our training programmes prepare you for long-term driving careers.
Our DVSA-approved training courses are delivered by experienced instructors and designed to help you pass efficiently and confidently. With continued demand for qualified drivers supporting retail deliveries, infrastructure projects, and freight transport across Inverness and the wider Highlands, gaining your HGV licence can open the door to secure, well-paid employment.
Our training advisors can help you choose the right licence and start your HGV training quickly.
- Train for Class 1, Class 2, C1, CPC and specialist HGV licences
- Access driving jobs across Inverness, the Highlands, and Scotland
- DVSA-approved training delivered by experienced instructors
- Fast-track courses available with flexible start dates
- Spread the cost of your training with flexible finance options
Book Your HGV Training in Inverness
Complete the enquiry form to begin your HGV training in Inverness and start your journey towards a professional driving career.
Spread the Cost of Your Inverness HGV Training with Flexible Finance
We offer flexible finance options to help make your HGV training affordable, allowing you to spread the cost over manageable monthly payments. This enables you to start training immediately and qualify sooner for professional driving roles across Inverness and the Highlands.
With Inverness acting as the primary distribution centre for Northern Scotland, qualified drivers are essential for delivering goods, supporting infrastructure projects, and keeping supply chains running efficiently. Completing your training now positions you for long-term career opportunities in this vital sector.
HGV Training Courses Available in Inverness
Start Your Professional Driving Career in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands
Short Notice HGV Training in Inverness
Inverness plays a critical role in supplying goods and services throughout the Highlands, acting as a central logistics hub connecting Northern Scotland to the rest of the UK. From supermarket deliveries and construction materials to infrastructure equipment and long-distance freight, qualified HGV drivers are essential to the region’s economy.
Many drivers begin their careers by gaining a Class 2 licence, allowing them to drive rigid vehicles such as delivery trucks, refuse vehicles, and construction transport vehicles. Drivers often progress to a Class 1 licence, enabling them to operate articulated lorries and access higher-paying long-distance driving roles across Scotland and the UK.
Our Inverness HGV training courses cover every stage of qualification, including medical assessments, theory test preparation, Driver CPC certification, and practical driving instruction. Our experienced instructors ensure you develop the skills and confidence needed to pass your test and succeed as a professional driver.
With strong and ongoing demand for HGV drivers across Inverness and the Highlands, completing your training now provides excellent long-term career prospects in logistics, transport, and infrastructure support.
How long does HGV training take in Inverness?
Training typically takes between 2 and 8 days depending on the licence type and your experience level.
Can I start HGV training with only a car licence?
Yes. You can begin HGV training with a full UK car driving licence.
Are HGV drivers in demand in Inverness?
Yes. Inverness has consistent demand for drivers supporting logistics, retail deliveries, and Highland transport routes.
What licence do I need to drive articulated lorries?
You need a Class 1 (Cat C+E) licence to drive articulated HGV vehicles.
Is finance available for HGV training in Inverness?
Yes. Flexible finance options are available to help spread the cost.
What Vehicles You Can Drive with an HGV Licence
Rigid Lorries (Cat C / Class 2)
Drive standard lorries over 3.5 tonnes with a fixed trailer. Perfect for multi-drop deliveries or regional haulage.
Typical Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per year
Articulated Lorries (Cat C+E / Class 1)
Operate large articulated vehicles (artics) with detachable trailers—ideal for long-distance or trunking jobs.
Typical Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per year
7.5 Tonne Lorries (C1 Licence)
Drive lighter goods vehicles often used by courier companies or removals firms.
Typical Salary: £25,000 – £32,000 per year
HIAB / Lorry Loader Vehicles
Operate specialist lorries fitted with hydraulic cranes—commonly used in construction or builders’ merchants.
Typical Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per year
ADR Vehicles (Hazardous Goods)
Transport fuel, chemicals, or other hazardous materials under strict ADR certification.
Typical Salary: £35,000 – £50,000+ depending on route and load