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Local essentials
Located on Virginia Road (R147 / old N3) in the IDA Industrial Estate, accessible from the M3 motorway terminus north of Kells.
Opening hours
Today · 08:00–16:30
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Centre data
Compare observed slot speed, when earlier slots appear, and the centre's official pass rate.
#49/50
Overall centre rating
62%
Observed days with a slot no more than 7 days away
Kells ranks #49 of 50 centres overall. A slot within 7 days appeared on 62% of observed days. 59.8% of tests passed in the latest 12-month data.
Typical number of days between checking and the earliest available appointment. Lower is better.
Estimated chance of finding a new or earlier slot. Higher means more opportunities.
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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.