Before you go to NCT Castlerea
NCT Castlerea opening hours
| Monday | 07:30 – 16:40 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:30 – 21:40 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 – 22:10 |
| Thursday | 07:30 – 22:10 |
| Friday | 07:30 – 20:10 |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 18:40 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Usual first and last test times from 101 days of published schedules (13 Jun 2025 – 8 Oct 2026). The NCTS sets times week by week and lanes can pause 12:30–14:00, so check the current week on ncts.ie before a visual retest.
Where is NCT Castlerea?
Castlerea Co Op Livestock Mart, Fairgreen, Co. Roscommon, F45RK06. Open in Google Maps
By bus: nearest stop Main Street, Castlerea, about 420 m (6 min walk). Routes 977. Plan it on Transport for Ireland.
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NCT Castlerea: frequently asked questions
How do I book an NCT in Castlerea?
On ncts.ie or by phone on 01 413 5992, choosing Castlerea as the centre. You need the registration number and the date of first registration, and you pay when booking. Step-by-step booking guide.
What are the opening hours of NCT Castlerea?
Test times move slightly week to week. Usually: Mon 07:30–16:40 · Tue 07:30–21:40 · Wed–Thu 07:30–22:10 · Fri 07:30–20:10 · Sat 08:00–18:40 · Sun closed. The times are the first and last test slots.
How long is the wait for an NCT in Castlerea?
About 15 days to the first free appointment in September 2026 (Ireland 11). Waiting times and faster centres nearby.
What do I need to bring?
The vehicle registration book, registration certificate or licensing certificate, and ID (driving licence or Public Services Card) for whoever brings the car. Empty boot, glove box unlocked. Full checklist.
How much is the NCT at Castlerea?
€60 for a full test and €40 for a retest with equipment, the same at every centre. A visual-only retest is free.
Is there a phone number for NCT Castlerea?
Bookings for every centre go through the NCTS booking line, 01 413 5992 (Monday to Thursday 8am–8pm, Friday 8am–6pm). All NCT phone numbers.
Other NCT centres near Castlerea
You can book any centre in Ireland. These are the closest to Castlerea:
NCT Carrick-on-Shannon
Dublin Road · 33 km · ~15 days' wait
NCT Tuam
Carrowpeter · 37 km · ~14 days' wait
NCT Longford
Teffia Park · 46 km · ~14 days' wait
NCT Sligo
Drumiskabole, Old Sligo Road · 51 km · ~15 days' wait
NCT Ballinasloe
Unit 9, Pollboy Industrial Estate · 53 km · ~13 days' wait
NCT Athlone
N6 Centre, Dublin Road · 56 km · ~13 days' wait
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Address from ncts.ie/locations; waiting times from NCTS booking lead time statistics; fees and rules from the NCTS FAQ; bus routes from Transport for Ireland. Independent guide, not the NCTS: book only on ncts.ie. Reviewed 2 October 2026.