Renting a Wheelchair or ECV (Scooter) at Walt Disney World in 2025: What You Need to Know
- Practically Perfect Pixie Dust
- Aug 10, 2023
- 7 min read
Updated: Jul 12
Walt Disney World is full of magic—but it’s also full of walking. A lot of walking. If you or a family member are recovering from an injury, have limited mobility, or just can’t comfortably walk for long periods, renting a scooter (also called an ECV or Electronic Conveyance Vehicle) or a wheelchair might be the key to a much more enjoyable trip.
Let’s break down everything you need to know about renting a wheelchair or ECV at Disney World in 2025, including updated pricing, where to rent, and the pros and cons of renting from Disney versus outside vendors.
🧭 Do I Need to Rent a Wheelchair or ECV at Disney?
Even if you plan to take it easy, a Walt Disney World vacation includes miles of walking and standing. If you’ve recently had surgery or are managing arthritis, fatigue, chronic pain, or any medical condition that affects mobility, renting a mobility device can make your trip significantly more comfortable.
From personal experience: In 2023 I once three months after recovering from a torn ankle ligament—and by day three, I was back in pain and had to sit out some of our plans. On our latest trip in 2025 I was rehabbing a knee injury - and even though I had made great strides I made the choices to rent an ECV for the entire trip. Don’t wait until it’s too late! If you have any doubts about your stamina, renting an ECV may be the right call.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Better to ride in comfort than power through pain. An ECV can help you enjoy the magic—not just endure it.
💲 2025 ECV and Wheelchair Rental Prices at Walt Disney World
You can rent wheelchairs and ECVs at all four theme parks, both water parks, and Disney Springs. Here's the latest pricing:
Mobility Device | Disney Theme Parks | Disney Springs & Water Parks |
Wheelchair | $12/day or $10/day (length-of-stay rate) | $12/day + $100 refundable deposit |
ECV (Scooter) | $65/day + $20 refundable deposit | $65/day + $100 refundable deposit |
Rentals are first-come, first-served, and availability can be limited on busy days.
ECV users must be 18 or older and have a valid photo ID.
You cannot take Disney rentals between parks or back to your hotel—but you can show your receipt to rent again at a different park the same day.
Can I rent a wheelchair or an ECV at the parks?
Yes. You can rent both a wheelchair or an ECV at all four parks as well as Disney Springs and the water parks - Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach. ECVs cost $50 per day with a $20 deposit at the parks or a $100 deposit at Disney Springs and the water parks. They are rented on a first come, first served basis. Wheelchairs can be rented for $12 a day or $10 per day for your length of stay. Length of Stay rentals are only applicable at each of the Disney Theme parks, allowing you to go pick up a wheelchair in each park. However, the wheelchair cannot be removed from the parks. All wheelchair rentals are on a first come, first served basis. Guests must be 18 and have a valid photo ID to rent and operate an ECV. Both wheelchairs and ECVs (as well as strollers) can be rented for your length of stay through private venders as well.
📍 Where to Rent in Each Park
You’ll find rental locations near the entrance of each park:
Animal Kingdom: Right side inside the entrance at Garden Gate Gifts
EPCOT: Left side of the entrance near Spaceship Earth
You can also rent ECVs and wheelchairs at the back of the park at the International Gateway between the UK and France Pavilion.
Hollywood Studios: To the right inside the entrance at Oscar’s Super Service
Magic Kingdom: To the right before going under the train station
Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC): Wheelchairs only, available at Mickey’s Gift Station
Disney Springs:
There is a location on the West Side, near the AMC theater, next to Sundries where you can rent wheelchairs and ECVs. We have also found a satellite location on the East Side, near Polite Pig, where you can rent wheelchairs.
You can find Guest Services locations where wheelchairs and ECVs may be rented by going to the interactive map on your MDE app. Click on the down arrow for Guest Services, then click on Show List in the right hand corner and scroll down to either ECV or Wheelchair rentals.
🎟️ Benefits of Renting from Disney
Renting directly from Disney is a good option if:
You only need a mobility device in the parks
You can manage resort walking and transportation on your own
You prefer to avoid storing and charging a device in your hotel room
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Just remember—rentals are first-come, first-served and do run out, (I'm looking at you Magic Kingdom) especially during holidays and busy seasons.
🕒 What Happens If Disney Runs Out of ECVs?
ECVs and wheelchairs at Walt Disney World are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and they do run out—especially during peak travel seasons and early in the day.
If Guest Services runs out of ECVs at your park, don’t panic. You can ask to be placed on a waiting list. A Cast Member will tell you how many guests are ahead of you and will page you once an ECV is returned and it's your turn to rent. While this isn’t ideal, it’s helpful to know that Disney does try to accommodate guests as equipment becomes available.
We’ve personally had this happen when park hopping—after lunch we arrived at our second park for the day and found that all ECVs were currently rented out. The Cast Members added us to the waiting list and let us know how many guests were ahead of us. After a couple of hours (and a snack break!), we were able to return to Guest Services and successfully rent one.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Arrive early to increase your chances of getting an in-park ECV rental. If ECVs are unavailable when you arrive at a park, don’t give up. Ask to join the waitlist, enjoy something nearby, and check back later—returns happen throughout the day!
🏨 Can I Take My Rental Between Parks or to My Resort?
No, Disney rentals stay inside the parks. But with a valid same-day receipt, you can get a new rental at your next park.
Wheelchairs and ECVs cannot be taken back to your resort at the end of the day—even with a length-of-stay rental.
🚗 Renting from a Private Vendor
If you need mobility help beyond the parks—like around your resort or during transportation—consider renting from a third-party vendor. This option offers:
Lower daily rates for multi-day stays
Use across all parks, resorts, and transportation
Free delivery to your resort hotel (in most cases)
Larger selection and more features (like USB chargers, swivel seats, higher weight limits)
🛵 Top ECV & Wheelchair Rental Companies in Orlando (2025)
✅ Disney’s Preferred Vendor: ScooterBug
Website: scooterbug.com/orlando
Phone: (800) 726-8284
Drop-off and pick-up available at all Disney resort hotels
No need to meet a rep in person—resort bell services can handle delivery and return
When it comes to renting an ECV from an outside vendor, we’ve personally always gone with ScooterBug—and it’s been a smooth experience every time. The ease and convenience of having the scooter delivered directly to our Disney resort (without needing to meet a rep in person) makes a big difference, especially after a long travel day.
We’ve even called them last minute when plans changed unexpectedly, and they were able to accommodate our request without any hassle. That kind of flexibility and reliability is exactly what you want when dealing with a mobility need at Disney.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If you’re staying at a Disney resort and want the most hassle-free delivery and pickup process, ScooterBug is the only third-party vendor officially approved for unattended drop-off. That alone can save you a ton of time and effort.
💼 Other Popular Vendors:
While not Disney-affiliated, these companies are well-reviewed and offer great service:
Gold Mobility Scooters – flat-rate pricing, premium models, free accessories
Scootaround – national brand with park-approved models, multi-day savings
Buena Vista Rentals
Scootz Rentals – compact options for easier transport
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Not all vendors are authorized for unattended drop-off—so if you’re staying at a Disney resort, ScooterBug is your most convenient choice.
🧑🦽 Can I Bring My Own ECV or Wheelchair?
Yes! Guests are welcome to bring their own devices to the parks. ECVs must be no larger than 32" x 52" to fit safely through queues and doorways.
🚌 Getting Around: Using Disney Transportation with a Wheelchair or ECV
All forms of Disney transportation—buses, monorails, boats, and even the Skyliner—are **accessible to guests using a wheelchair or ECV**. Cast Members are trained to assist and load mobility devices safely.
Some transportation options may have **limited space or loading requirements**, especially boats and gondolas, so arrive early and ask if you’re unsure.
🧚♀️ **Pixie Dust Pro Tip:** If you're new to traveling with a mobility device at Disney, check out our detailed guide: Navigating Disney Transportation with a Wheelchair or ECV.
✨ Final Thoughts on Renting an ECV or Wheelchair at Walt Disney World
A Walt Disney World vacation should be filled with magic—not discomfort. If you or someone in your travel party has any concerns about standing for long periods or walking long distances, renting a wheelchair or ECV at Disney can make a huge difference in your trip.
Whether you choose to rent directly from the parks for short-term convenience or from a trusted third-party vendor like ScooterBug for added flexibility, the right mobility option can help you focus on the fun—not the fatigue.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: When in doubt, rent the scooter. It's easier to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
👉 Want real-world advice from families who’ve navigated the parks with mobility aids, autism, anxiety, medical equipment, and more? Check out these helpful reads:
✨ With the right info—and a sprinkle of pixie dust—you can build a trip that works beautifully for everyone in your group.
Pixie Dust Hugs,
Bren, Lyn, Kim
P.S. Planning your own magical getaway?
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