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Local essentials
Located on Crossmolina Road (N59) on the western approach to Ballina town.
Opening hours
Today · 08:00–20:10
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Centre data
Compare observed slot speed, when earlier slots appear, and the centre's official pass rate.
#16/50
Overall centre rating
31%
Observed days with a slot no more than 7 days away
Ballina ranks #16 of 50 centres overall. A slot within 7 days appeared on 31% of observed days. 59.9% of tests passed in the latest 12-month data.
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Disclaimer: These wait times are unofficial average estimates and fluctuate daily. We cannot guarantee a slot on this specific date. Our goal is to notify you the second a cancellation drops so you can get the test done and dusted, but final availability depends entirely on the NCTS.