Kilrush Test Centre
Kilrush Golf & Sports Clubhouse, Ennis Road, Kilrush, V15 W025
Kilrush test centre
Kilrush test centre is at the Golf and Sports Clubhouse on the Ennis Road. This is a small West Clare town near the Shannon estuary.
On test day at Kilrush
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Arrive early with documents
Bring your learner permit, theory test certificate, appointment confirmation, and your motor insurance certificate. From March 2026, proof of insurance for the test vehicle is mandatory.
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Rules of the Road questions
The examiner asks you questions on the Rules of the Road before you go outside.
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Technical checks on your vehicle
You demonstrate checks on tyres, lights, reflectors, indicators, oil, coolant, steering, windscreen washer fluid, and brakes. You may need to open the bonnet.
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The drive (about 40 minutes)
A route around Kilrush covering left and right turns, roundabouts, traffic lights, and two manoeuvres from: reverse around a corner, turnabout, or hill start.
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Results
Pass and you get a Certificate of Competency (valid 2 years) to apply for your full licence. Fail and you get a detailed fault breakdown. You can reapply after 10 weeks.
Roads you will drive at Kilrush
Routes cover Kilrush town centre, the Ennis Road, and surrounding area. Quiet regional roads with the occasional tighter section in town.
Approximate route based on known test roads. Actual routes vary by tester.
Key roads on Kilrush test routes
Junctions to know
Henry Street / Frances Street junction in town
Ennis Road / club entrance
Tricky spots at Kilrush
Kilrush is a small West Clare town with narrow streets and quiet regional approach roads. The Shannon estuary influence means weather can change quickly.
Kilrush town centre
Narrow streets with on-street parking. Meeting traffic in tight spaces.
Ennis Road approach
Speed limit change entering town. Watch for the signs.
Tips for passing at Kilrush
- The Golf and Sports Clubhouse is on the Ennis Road. Parking at the club.
- Kilrush is small. Test routes will cover the town quickly before heading to approach roads.
- West Clare roads can be narrow. Get used to giving way on tight sections.
What you need to know
New insurance rule (March 2026)
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.
Test fee
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.
Before you can sit the test
- 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
Skills tested during the drive
You will be assessed on:
Technical checks
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.
Cancellation
Give at least 10 days notice to cancel and get a refund of your €85 fee. Cancel online through rsa.ie.
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