RSA Raheny Driving Test Routes
Raheny Driving Test Centre is one of seven driving test centres in Dublin. It is located near St Anne’s Park in Raheny. The route is very busy, with a variety of housing estates, roundabouts, and busy junctions in Raheny village.
Pass Rates for Raheny Driving Test Centre
The Pass rate for driving tests in Raheny in 2021 was 45.16%.
Raheny Driving Test Routes
The Driving Tester can bring you anywhere within 5km of the Driving Test Centre. In Raheny, the most common routes are towards Raheny Village, Dollymount, and Clontarf.
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The Test Routes App has eight separate driving test routes for Raheny. The App can be downloaded for free from the Play Store or iOS.
Download Raheny Driving Test Routes (2026)
Do you prefer to download a hard copy of the latest driving test routes for you to print out and keep? Simply click on the link below and you can download the very latest Irish driving test routes. All routes are regularly updated by local driving instructors with intimate knowledge of the routes to ensure you are fully prepared for your driving test with no surprises.
How to use the Testroutes app ?
STEP 1 :
Download the App onto your mobile phone
STEP 2 :
Register your details and Driving Test Centre
STEP 3 :
Unlock the Routes
STEP 4 :
At the Test Centre select a Route
STEP 5 :
Follow all directions to complete the route
STEP 6 :
Repeat for all remaining routes
What Makes Raheny Driving Test Routes Difficult
Raheny is one of the more challenging driving test centres due to the variety of conditions you encounter.
Routes often include a mix of busy traffic through Raheny Village, narrow residential estates with a high number of parked cars — particularly around areas such as St Anne’s and Dollymount — and coastal roads where traffic flow can change quickly.
Cyclists are very common in Raheny and towards Clontarf, so you need to show good awareness, positioning, and observation at all times.
Another challenge is the variety of speed ramps throughout the area. These differ in size and severity, meaning some require you to slow down significantly into second gear, while others can be taken more smoothly in third gear. Judging this correctly is important to maintain control and avoid picking up faults.
Because of this, it’s best to practise these areas beforehand. Using the Irish Test Routes app allows you to become familiar with the roads and avoid misjudging speed ramps or picking up faults due to poor reactions to hazards.
Junctions and Roundabouts in Raheny – What to Watch For
Roundabouts and junctions in Raheny are generally not as busy as those found in nearby test centres such as Finglas or Killester. However, they still require careful control and good observation.
There are a number of mini roundabouts, particularly around the St Anne’s estate, where positioning and awareness are important. These can catch learners out if they approach too quickly or fail to observe properly before entering.
Another area to watch is the right turn from the Coast Road into Dollymount estate. This can become busy depending on the time of day, and you need to show the right balance of patience and assertiveness to make progress safely.
Examiners are looking for clear observation, correct positioning, and confident decision-making at all times.
Many learners lose marks here by hesitating too long or not positioning correctly on approach.
Driving Test waiting times for RSA Raheny Driving Test Centre
The current waiting time for the driving test at Raheny Driving Test Centre is 14 weeks. In comparison, the national average waiting time for the driving test is 15 weeks. Notably, Ballina and Raheny have shorter waiting times at just 9 weeks. If you log into your MyRoadSafety Account and change your Test Centre to Ballina or Raheny, you can expect an invitation to schedule your driving test much sooner. If you have already been waiting for over 10 weeks, keep an eye on your email, as you will receive a notification from the RSA within the coming days.
Once you receive the invitation to book your driving test, you can change the location back to your preferred location. In the example above, they were able to select Naas from the drop-down menu and get a date within 12 weeks, as opposed to 9 months, which is the standard waiting time at Naas.
To Pass your Driving test in Raheny you need to complete 12 stages:
- Apply for and pass your Theory Test
- Apply for your learner’s permit with the NDLS
- Upon receipt of the Learners Permit book driving lessons with an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI)
- Complete 12 EDT Driving Lessons as a minimum
- After agreement from your ADI, apply for the driving test
- Get familiar with the Driving Test Route by using The Test Routes App
- Take Pretest Driving Lessons
- Learn all the Road Signs, Questions, and Technical Checks
- Watch Youtube videos for the driving in general and Tallaght Test Centre in particular.
- After receiving an email from the RSA, choose a suitable day/time for your test
- On the day, turn up at least 15 minutes early and await a phone call from the tester.
- Driving generally on the day, and don’t drive differently because it’s a driving test.
When is the best day or time to pass the driving test in Raheny ?
There are times of the day when the traffic around Raheny is lighter. Generally speaking, Mondays and Fridays are busier than Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and mornings are quieter than afternoons. The busiest time for driving tests in Raheny is Friday afternoon, so it is best to avoid choosing this time if possible. If you have an option between 9:15 and 11:55 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday or the very rare Saturday morning slots, then snap it up while you can.
After you receive the email from the RSA and go to choose a Test time, you will only have options for three days. If neither the times nor dates are suitable, simply come back the next day, and the options will have moved forward a day. If you log on early in the morning, you will have the best choice available. But don’t worry—if you are good enough to pass, the day or time won’t make any difference!
Where do testers bring you on the Raheny test route?
The Tester can take you anywhere within a 5km radius of the driving test centre. The best way to familiarize yourself with the test route area is to book Pre-Test Driving Lessons or download the Test Routes App.
Where is the reverse around the corner done on the Raheny Test Route?
These are most commonly done in Clontarf, but there are other less well-known places the tester can bring you. The Test Route App will have an updated list of the most common places used.
Where is the turnabout around the corner done on the Raheny Test Route?
These are most commonly done in Clontarf, but the tester can also take you to less well-known places. The Test Route App will have a complete, updated list of the most common places used.
How long is the driving test in Raheny ?
The driving test is a minimum of 7.5km and 25 minutes long. Normally, the driving part of the test takes 30-35 minutes.
Can I change the date/time of my driving test in Raheny ?
If your test is more than 10 days away, you can change the time and date of the test for free. If it is under 10 days, you will lose your fee if you need to cancel unless you have covid, in which case you can cancel and reschedule for free.
What is the format of the driving test in Raheny ?
1: Enter the waiting room 15 minutes before your test starts.
2: Inside the Test Centre, answer some questions, including 12 Road Signs and 12 questions on the Rules of the Road.
3: Go to the car and do the under bonnet checks
4: Tester will check the insurance disc, tax, NCT, brake lights and indicators.
5: Inside the car do the Technical checks and hand signals.
6: Drive for 30-35 Minutes, including a reverse around the corner, hill start, and turnabout.
7: Return to the Test Centre and, after being seated, receive the result.
Explore Driving Test Routes in Nearby Areas
You can also explore driving test routes in nearby locations:
- Finglas driving test routes
- Killester driving test routes
- Mulhuddart driving test routes
- Mulhuddart Maple House driving test routes
See all locations on our driving test routes homepage.
