Letterkenny Test Centre
5 Pearse Road, Letterkenny, F92 N795
Letterkenny test centre
Letterkenny test centre is at 5 Pearse Road. The largest town in Donegal, Letterkenny has a busy main street and well-developed ring road system.
On test day at Letterkenny
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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 Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny
Routes cover the Main Street, Port Road, and residential estates. The ring road roundabouts and approach roads from the N13 and N14 are common features.
Approximate route based on known test roads. Actual routes vary by tester.
Key roads on Letterkenny test routes
Junctions to know
Main Street / Pearse Road junction
Ring road roundabouts, multi-lane
Tricky spots at Letterkenny
Letterkenny has a long steep main street, a modern ring road, and expanding residential estates. The town sits in a valley and roads rise steeply from the centre.
Letterkenny Main Street
Long, steep main street with heavy traffic, bus stops, and pedestrian crossings.
Ring road roundabouts
Multi-lane with fast traffic. Lane discipline matters.
Tips for passing at Letterkenny
- 5 Pearse Road is just off the Main Street. Limited parking nearby.
- The Main Street is steep. Hill starts at traffic lights are likely.
- Letterkenny has grown fast. New estates are well laid out but busy.
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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