Tullamore Test Centre
Government Offices, Clonminch, Portlaoise Road, Tullamore, R35 Y2N5
Tullamore test centre
Tullamore test centre is at the Government Offices on the Portlaoise Road at Clonminch. This Offaly county town has a busy centre and good ring road infrastructure.
On test day at Tullamore
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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 Tullamore 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 Tullamore
Routes cover the town centre, High Street, and the ring road roundabouts. Residential estates and approach roads are common features.
Approximate route based on known test roads. Actual routes vary by tester.
Key roads on Tullamore test routes
Junctions to know
Ring road roundabouts
High Street / Kilbride Street junction in the town centre
Tricky spots at Tullamore
Tullamore is the Offaly county town with a traditional centre and modern ring road. The Grand Canal runs through town. Approach roads connect to the M6 motorway corridor.
Tullamore town centre
Busy county town with narrow streets and delivery traffic.
Ring road roundabouts
Multi-lane roundabouts with fast traffic.
Tips for passing at Tullamore
- Government Offices at Clonminch on the Portlaoise Road. Free parking.
- The ring road roundabouts are the main test features. Practice them.
- Tullamore's canal area has low bridges. Know the route.
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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