Perth Maxi Taxi & Wheelchair Fares
Perth wheelchair accessible taxi and maxi cab fares are set by Western Australia Department of Transport meter tariffs or upfront agreed fixed quotes. We explain the WA PTSS 50% ($25 cap) and 75% ($35 cap) subsidy scheme (formerly TUSS), NDIS transport invoicing, and guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden arrival surprises.
How Pricing Works in Western Australia
1. Tariff Bands & Distance
Regulated WA taxi tariffs distinguish between weekday daytime travel (Tariff 1: 6am–6pm Mon–Fri) and evening/weekend peak travel (Tariff 2: 6pm–6am Mon–Fri, all weekend, and public holidays). Fares scale with total road distance and transit time.
2. WA PTSS Subsidies (Formerly TUSS)
Effective 1 October 2025, WA Department of Transport replaced paper TUSS vouchers with the electronic Passenger Transport Subsidy Scheme (PTSS) card. The standard subsidy covers 50% up to $25 per trip; wheelchair users in a wheelchair-accessible taxi receive 75% up to $35 per trip. PTSS cards are processed directly at journey's end.
3. NDIS Plan-Managed Billing
For participants funded under Core Supports — Transport, we provide itemised tax invoices showing date, origin, destination, vehicle plate, driver details, and registered ABN. These can be paid via card or remitted through your plan manager.
Why Ask for an Upfront Fixed Quote?
When travelling to scheduled medical appointments at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Royal Perth Hospital, or Fiona Stanley, traffic delays can cause metered anxiety. By requesting an upfront fixed quote when reserving in advance, your travel cost is agreed beforehand regardless of red lights or motorway congestion.
For Perth Airport transfers (T1, T2, T3, and T4), a fixed quote includes passenger pickups, ample luggage stowage for up to 10 travellers, and airport ground transport access charges, allowing families, mining FIFO workers, and international wheelchair travellers to budget seamlessly.
Common Fare & Payment Questions
How are wheelchair taxi fares calculated in Perth?
In Western Australia, taxi fares are regulated by the Department of Transport (DoT) based on distance, time, and standard tariff bands (Tariff 1 for standard daytime, Tariff 2 for peak/night/weekends, and Tariff 3 for high holidays). For wheelchair bookings, passengers may travel on meter or request a guaranteed upfront fixed quote so the fare is locked in before travel.
How does the WA Passenger Transport Subsidy Scheme (PTSS, formerly TUSS) work with fares?
From 1 October 2025, paper TUSS vouchers have been replaced by the WA Department of Transport's electronic PTSS smartcard. Eligible residents receive a 50% subsidy (up to $25 per trip) for standard travel or 75% (up to $35 per trip in an authorized wheelchair-accessible taxi). Drivers process your card at destination through an approved terminal, and you only pay the remaining co-payment.
Can I pay for transport using my NDIS plan?
Yes. Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants who have 'Transport' funded under Core Supports (Category 02) can use our service. We provide a tax-compliant, itemised invoice detailing driver details, vehicle registration, pickup, destination, time, and ABN so your plan manager or the NDIA portal can process the reimbursement promptly.
Does a 10-seater maxi taxi cost more than a standard taxi in Perth?
Under WA taxi regulations, when 5 or more passengers travel together in a maxi cab, a regulated maxi tariff applies, or a group fixed charter rate is arranged. Travelling as one group of up to 10 passengers in a single maxi cab is almost always significantly cheaper and more convenient than paying for two separate 4-seater sedans or rideshares.
Are there airport tolls or parking fees for Perth Airport transfers?
Perth Airport applies a mandated ground transport access toll (curbside/terminal pickup fee) to all commercial taxis and rideshares collecting passengers at Terminals T1, T2, T3, and T4. When you request a fixed quote from us, this toll is clearly explained and integrated so there are never hidden surprises.