Clifden Driving Test Centre

Located in Galway. One of Ireland's easier RSA centres with a 64.2% pass rate. Calmer routes and lower traffic density.

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Pass Rate 2023
64.2%
Waiting Time
10.4weeks
Eircode
RSA Driving Test Centre
Test Types
Car
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Where is the Clifden test centre?

The Clifden RSA driving test centre is located at RSA Driving Test Centre, Clifden, Co. Galway, Eircode .

How to get there

By car: The centre has limited parking options for candidates and accompanying drivers. Allow extra time for morning traffic if your test is before 10 AM.

By public transport: Multiple bus routes serve the area. Check the Transport for Ireland app for the most current options from your location.

New requirement for 2026 All driving test candidates must present a valid physical motor insurance certificate on test day since March 2026. If your name is not on the certificate, bring a letter or email from your insurer. Read the full rule

Facilities at the Clifden test centre

  • Parking: Limited parking — arrive early
  • Accessibility: Contact the centre to confirm accessibility
  • Test categories offered: Car
  • Test duration: Approximately 30-40 minutes for Category B

What to know before your test day

The Clifden centre has a pass rate of 64.2% based on 2023 RSA data — that's above the national average of 52.3%. Pass rates here are favourable, though proper preparation remains essential.

The examiner can take you anywhere within approximately 5 km of the centre, so familiarity with the local road network is critical. Consider booking a pre-test lesson with an instructor who regularly teaches in the Clifden test area.

Useful next steps

If you're preparing for your test here, review the specific pass rate history and trends, check the current waiting time, study the common test routes, and read our tips for passing at Clifden.

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