Clonmel Test Centre
Leisure Centre Complex, Talbot Hotel, Poppyfield, Clonmel, E91 X0N7
Clonmel test centre
Clonmel test centre is at the Talbot Hotel complex on Poppyfield. Clonmel is the largest inland town in Ireland, sitting on the River Suir with a busy commercial centre.
On test day at Clonmel
Roads you will drive at Clonmel
Routes cover Clonmel town centre, the quays along the Suir, and residential estates on the bypass side. Expect a mix of town driving and approach road work.
Approximate route based on known test roads. Actual routes vary by tester.
Key roads on Clonmel test routes
Junctions to know
Tricky spots at Clonmel
Clonmel sits in a valley along the River Suir. The town centre has narrow commercial streets, and the surrounding area includes residential estates and the bypass road system.
Narrow roads along the river with parked cars and pedestrians. Limited space.
Know which streets are one-way and which direction they flow.
Tips for passing at Clonmel
What you need to know
From 9 March 2026, you must show a valid motor insurance certificate for the vehicle you are using for the test. If your name is not on the certificate, bring an email or letter from your insurer confirming you are covered. No certificate, no test.
The driving test costs €85 for cars, motorcycles, and work vehicles. Apply online at MyRoadSafety on rsa.ie. You need a debit or credit card and a valid email.
- Complete all 12 EDT lessons with an RSA Approved Driving Instructor
- Hold your learner permit for at least 6 months
- Have a vehicle with valid tax, insurance, NCT (if applicable), L plates, and an extra rear-view mirror for the examiner
You will be assessed on:
At your vehicle, the examiner will ask you to demonstrate checks on: tyres, lights, reflectors, indicators, oil level, coolant, steering, windscreen washer fluid, and brakes. You may need to open the bonnet and close it securely.
Give at least 10 days notice to cancel and get a refund of your €85 fee. Cancel online through rsa.ie.
Pretest lessons for Clonmel
Practice the actual test routes before your driving test. Our instructors know every road the examiners use at Clonmel.
Just starting out?
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