Wheelchair Accessible Taxi in Southampton
Our wheelchair accessible taxis are built around the chair rather than around the boot. They carry a powered or manual wheelchair plus the passenger and their companion, with either a ramp or a tail lift and an electric hoist, and the driver is trained to transfer and secure the chair safely.
Wheelchair Accessible Taxi in Southampton
Every accessible booking is priced for the actual pickup, passenger count and luggage, so the specification below is what you should match against your own journey before we quote.
How this differs from our service pages
Our hospital transfers page covers medical journeys and mentions accessible vehicles. This page is the full accessibility specification: ramp versus hoist, how many wheelchairs per vehicle, restraint systems, transfer procedure and how to book with the details we need.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wheelchair spaces | 1 wheelchair per vehicle, plus up to 3 other passengers |
| Boarding method | Side ramp or rear tail lift, depending on vehicle |
| Securing | 4 point tie down restraints and a lap belt |
| Transfer equipment | Electric hoist or transfer board, fitted on request |
| Chair compatibility | Powered and manual wheelchairs, most scooters and rollators |
| Passengers | The wheelchair user plus up to 3 companions |
| Luggage | Reduced, because the chair occupies the space, ask the driver first |
| Driver training | Trained in passenger transfer, chair securement and assisted boarding |
| Advance notice | Please book at least 24 hours ahead where you can |
| Payment | Card, cash or invoiced for regular NHS and care bookings |
Ideal for
- Wheelchair users travelling to and from hospital appointments
- Anyone who can walk but cannot manage steps or a standard car door
- Transfers to and from Southampton General and the Princess Anne
- Day trips and outings where step free access at the other end matters
Fares on request
Every journey is a single fixed fare quoted before you book, whatever the traffic does on the day. Call us with your passenger count, luggage and pickup point and we will confirm the exact price.
+44 2380 333 000Wheelchair Accessible Taxi Questions
Common questions about our wheelchair accessible taxi service in Southampton.
One wheelchair per vehicle, plus up to three other passengers. That is the safe configuration, because the chair needs a four point tie down and the boarding ramp needs space to work, and we will not compromise either to fit more in.
It depends on the vehicle, and we will tell you which when you book. Some use a side ramp for rolling straight in, others use a rear tail lift with an electric hoist, and either can be specified for a manual or powered chair.
Yes, our drivers are trained in passenger transfer and will assist you into the seat with the equipment appropriate to your needs, whether that is a hoist, a transfer board or a simple assisted seatbelt pull. Tell us what you need and we will send a driver who can do it.
Please book at least 24 hours ahead where you can, because accessible vehicles are a smaller part of the fleet and we need to allocate the right one. We can usually help with same day requests, but a confirmed booking is much safer for a hospital appointment.
There is less than in a standard vehicle because the chair occupies the space, so tell us what luggage you are travelling with. Day bags and a case are usually fine, but a family of five with four large suitcases needs a second car booked alongside.
Yes, accessible transport is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including bank holidays. Book in advance for overnight and weekend journeys so we can hold a suitable vehicle for you.
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