Using a mobility aid on a bus

Wheelchairs and mobility aid users can board buses that have an easy-access low floor, as long as they have the right dimensions, manoeuvrability and weight.

Dimensions

Your mobility aid needs to meet all of the following:

• fit within an allocated space of 1300mm by 800mm
• be no more than 750mm wide at a height 300mm from the ground
• weigh no more than 300kg including the aid, occupant and assistant (if applicable) when using a ramp or other boarding devices.

Manoeuvrability

To board public transport your mobility aid should be able to do all of the following:

• turn 180 degrees within an area 2070mm by 1540mm
• cross a horizontal gap up to 40mm wide
• mount a vertical rise (bump) up to 12mm
• cross grating gaps up to 13mm wide and 150mm long
• negotiate a 1:14 grade ramp unassisted
• negotiate up to a 1:8 grade where the ramp is less than 1520mm
• negotiate a 1:4 grade ramp with assistance.

Weight

Electric scooters and similar vehicles are in most cases too heavy and unstable to board a bus.

Buses can only carry scooters that meet all of the following

• weigh less than 300kg including laden weight
• can be driven onto the bus
• can be manoeuvred to fit in the priority seating area.