What Is a WAT (Wheelchair Accessible Taxi) in Queensland?
A WAT is a taxi vehicle that has been modified and licensed to carry a passenger seated in a wheelchair. Queensland Transport requires WAT vehicles to meet specific standards for ramp gradient, floor space, tie-down systems, and restraint equipment. The passenger remains seated in their own wheelchair for the trip and is not required to transfer to a standard seat.
Licensed WAT taxis charge the same Queensland Government regulated meter rate as standard taxis. There is no surcharge for wheelchair access. The fare is calculated the same way as any other taxi trip.
Which Maxi Cabs Are Wheelchair Accessible in Brisbane?
Our 8-seater maxi taxi and 10-seater maxi taxi are both available in WAT configuration. The 8-seater WAT carries one wheelchair user in their own chair plus up to 6 additional passengers, ideal for a person with disability travelling with family or companions. The 10-seater WAT carries one wheelchair user plus up to 8 companions, suited for retirement village group outings where one resident uses a wheelchair.
Neither the 5-seater, 7-seater, 12-seater, nor 13-seater are available in WAT configuration. If wheelchair access is a requirement, book specifically the 8 or 10-seater and mention the WAT requirement when you call 0431 971 395.
How to Book a Wheelchair Accessible Maxi Cab in Brisbane
Call 0431 971 395 and mention the WAT requirement when you book. Provide the type of wheelchair (manual or power, folding or rigid), the pickup address, destination, and time. We confirm the WAT vehicle is allocated to your booking. WAT vehicles book out faster than standard vehicles for peak medical appointment times, so call ahead.
For regular medical appointments on a recurring schedule, we set up a standing WAT booking. The same vehicle, the same driver, on your appointment days. This is particularly useful for patients attending the Royal Brisbane Hospital, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Prince Charles Hospital, or Wesley Hospital on a regular schedule.
Can a WAT Maxi Cab Also Carry a Baby Seat?
Yes. Our WAT-configured 8-seater and 10-seater can carry both a wheelchair user and a baby seat or child booster seat in the same vehicle. Mention both requirements when booking. We confirm the WAT ramp is fitted and the baby seat is installed before pickup.
This combined capability is unique in Brisbane. No competitor specifically offers this combination. For families where one member uses a wheelchair and another is an infant or toddler, our WAT vehicles with baby seat provisions handle the trip in one vehicle, at one metered fare.
Wheelchair Accessible Transport for Medical Appointments
Regular medical transport for wheelchair users in Brisbane, whether to hospitals, specialist clinics, dialysis appointments, or rehabilitation centres, benefits from consistent, reliable transport. The driver knows the facility, knows the parking and drop-off, and knows the patient's routine.
For patients with ongoing appointments, we arrange a recurring booking. The driver waits during the appointment if the duration is predictable, or you can pre-book the return for an estimated time. Call 0431 971 395 to discuss the appointment schedule.
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Operating licensed group taxis in Brisbane since 2007. 92 Groth Road, Brisbane QLD 4034. Phone: 0431 971 395. Content written from direct operational experience, not aggregated from third-party sources.