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Local essentials
Located in Blarney Business Park off the N20 Cork–Mallow dual carriageway (Blarney exit).
Opening hours
Today · 08:00–17:05
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Centre data
Compare observed slot speed, when earlier slots appear, and the centre's official pass rate.
#4/50
Overall centre rating
83%
Observed days with a slot no more than 7 days away
Cork-Blarney ranks #4 of 50 centres overall. A slot within 7 days appeared on 83% of observed days. 63.8% 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.