Wheelchair Van Transportation in New Jersey
Safe, comfortable, and fully accessible wheelchair van transport for patients across New Jersey. Delta is licensed by the NJ Department of Health as a Mobility Assistance Vehicle (MAV) service, and our trained drivers provide reliable door-to-door service for all your medical appointments.
Professional Wheelchair-Accessible Van Service
At Delta Medical Transportation, we understand that getting to medical appointments can be one of the most challenging aspects of managing your health. Our wheelchair van transportation service, also known as MAV (Mobility Assistance Vehicle) transport, is specifically designed to provide safe, comfortable, and dignified transportation for patients who use wheelchairs or have limited mobility. We serve the entire state of New Jersey, from Passaic and Bergen counties to Essex, Hudson, Morris, and beyond.
Every ride with Delta begins and ends at your door. Our trained drivers come directly to your home, assisted living facility, or medical center. They assist you from the moment you open the door to the moment you arrive at your destination, and they stay with you through the entire loading and unloading process. There is no need to worry about navigating curbs, ramps, or parking lots on your own. Our team handles everything so you can focus on what matters most — your health.
Whether you need a ride to your weekly dialysis appointment, a follow-up visit with your specialist, physical therapy or rehabilitation, or any other healthcare need, our wheelchair van service is designed to get you there safely and on time. We work with patients, families, case managers, and medical facilities throughout New Jersey to coordinate seamless transportation that fits your schedule.
Our Wheelchair Van Features
Every vehicle in our fleet is maintained to the highest safety and comfort standards.
Hydraulic Lifts & Ramps
Our vans are equipped with reliable hydraulic wheelchair lifts and fold-out ramps, ensuring smooth, safe entry and exit for every passenger. No steep inclines, no manual lifting — just a simple, controlled process operated by our experienced drivers.
Wheelchair Securements
Every vehicle features professional-grade Q-Straint wheelchair securement systems that lock your wheelchair firmly in place during transit. Our drivers are trained in proper securement techniques, giving you complete peace of mind throughout the ride.
Climate Control
Ride comfortably year-round with full climate control in every van. Whether it is a hot summer day or a cold winter morning, the cabin temperature is always set for maximum patient comfort. Our spacious interiors provide ample room for wheelchairs and companions.
GPS Tracking & Route Optimization
All vehicles are GPS-tracked in real time so our dispatch team can monitor every trip, optimize routes for the fastest arrival times, and provide accurate ETAs. This technology ensures you are never left waiting and always arrive on time for your appointment.
Who Can Benefit from Our Wheelchair Van Service
Our wheelchair van transport serves a wide range of patients and situations throughout New Jersey.
Types of Appointments We Serve
Our wheelchair van service covers virtually every type of medical appointment in New Jersey. Common trips include:
Dialysis Centers
Recurring rides to dialysis centers across NJ with wait-and-return service available.
Doctor & Specialist Visits
Primary care, cardiologists, oncologists, orthopedic specialists, and more.
Rehabilitation Centers
Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and inpatient rehab facility transfers.
Hospital Discharges
Safe transport home or to your next care facility after hospital stays.
Diagnostic & Lab Visits
MRI, CT scan, blood work, and other diagnostic imaging appointments.
Nursing Home Transfers
Transport between nursing homes, assisted living, and medical facilities.
Trained, Compassionate Drivers
Every driver on our team is professionally trained in patient assistance, wheelchair securement, and safety protocols. They are background-checked, drug-tested, and certified to handle a variety of mobility needs. Beyond technical skills, our drivers are chosen for their compassion and patience. They understand that medical trips can be stressful, and they go above and beyond to make every passenger feel comfortable and cared for.
Our drivers assist patients from their front door, help them navigate steps if needed, operate the wheelchair lift, secure the wheelchair inside the van, and remain attentive throughout the entire journey. At the destination, the process is reversed with equal care, ensuring the patient is safely delivered to the entrance of their medical facility or back into their home.
Affordable Wheelchair Van Rates
We offer competitive pricing with no hidden fees. Every quote is customized to your specific trip — use our estimate calculator below or call us for a personalized quote.
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Call us today for competitive rates on wheelchair van transport anywhere in New Jersey. We'll provide a clear, upfront quote with no surprises.
(973) 389-3110Is an Ambulette the Same as a Wheelchair Van?
Yes — in New Jersey and the wider New York metro area, "ambulette" is simply another name for wheelchair-accessible, non-emergency medical transport. An ambulette isa wheelchair van: a vehicle with a hydraulic lift or ramp and wheelchair securements, staffed by a trained driver, for patients who use a wheelchair or need mobility help but do not require an ambulance. Whether you call it an ambulette, a wheelchair van, or a Mobility Assistance Vehicle (MAV), which is the licensed name in New Jersey, Delta Medical Transportation provides the same safe, door-to-door service across all 21 New Jersey counties. You may also hear "MAVO" (Mobility Assistance Vehicle Operator), the common name for the passenger-assistance certification New Jersey requires of wheelchair-van crews.
A patient who must travel lying down needs a BLS stretcher ambulance, not an ambulette, and a patient who depends on a ventilator needs a higher level of service than an ambulette. For what drives the price of each level, see ambulette vs. non-emergency ambulance cost in NJ.
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What does an ambulette or wheelchair van cost in New Jersey?
A wheelchair-van trip is quoted as a base rate plus a charge per loaded mile — the miles driven with the passenger on board. The base rate covers the lift- or ramp-equipped vehicle, the driver, and securing the chair at both ends. Nothing about that changes whether the company calls the vehicle an ambulette, a wheelchair van or a mobility assistance vehicle; they are the same service, so compare the quote, not the label.
What actually moves the number
- Loaded miles — distance with the passenger aboard, which is usually more than the map distance between the two addresses.
- Stairs — a flight at either end needs a different approach and sometimes a second attendant.
- Wait-and-return — holding the van through an appointment is normally cheaper than two separate one-way trips, with hold time billable past a grace period.
- Time of day — nights, weekends and holidays are staffed differently.
- Oxygen or a bariatric setup — extra equipment and sometimes extra crew.
- Notice — same-day requests are priced against whatever capacity is left.
Questions worth asking any provider
Ask whether the quote is all-in or whether stairs, wait time and oxygen are billed on top; whether the mileage is counted loaded or round-trip; what the cancellation window is; and whether a second attendant costs extra. A provider that answers those four in one call is quoting the same trip you are describing. Delta gives one all-in number with no surprise add-ons — call (973) 389-3110 or use the estimate calculator below for your exact trip. Quotes are free.
Wheelchair Van Transport — Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of wheelchairs can the van take?
The passenger rides seated in their own wheelchair, which the driver locks in place with the van's securement system before the trip starts. Chairs vary a lot in size and weight, so tell dispatch whether it is a manual or power chair and roughly how large it is, and dispatch can confirm it will fit before the ride is booked.
Can a family member ride along?
Yes. On a private-pay trip, one companion rides at no additional charge. Two companions are often possible, depending on the vehicle, so ask when you book. If a child rides along in a car seat, the family supplies and installs the seat. If a plan is paying for the ride, mention the companion when the trip is booked.
How is a wheelchair van ride paid for?
For private pay, call (973) 389-3110 for a free quote, or use the estimate calculator on this page. We also take Medicare Advantage plans, private and commercial insurance, and workers' compensation, and we provide itemized invoices veterans can submit for VA travel pay. NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid) trips come to us through ModivCare.
How far ahead should I book, and can I get a same-day ride?
We recommend booking at least 48 hours in advance when using our online booking form to ensure vehicle availability. For urgent or same-day transportation, call us directly at (973) 389-3110 and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
More detail in our wheelchair transport guide.
Wheelchair van transport by city
Each page below covers the hospitals, dialysis centers and rehab facilities we actually drive to in that city, and the local conditions that affect a ramp-van pickup there. Delta is based in Totowa and serves all 21 New Jersey counties.
Atlantic County
Bergen County
Burlington County
Cape May County
Essex County
Gloucester County
Hudson County
Hunterdon County
Monmouth County
Ocean County
Passaic County
Salem County
Somerset County
Warren County
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