NDIS Travel Charging Calculator
Travel charging under the NDIS has two parts: a per-kilometre vehicle cost and travel time at the support worker rate. We moved the calculator into one place so the rates always match.
Use the NDIS Travel Calculator
The NDIS Travel Calculator estimates kilometre and travel-time charges for both provider travel and participant transport. It handles return trips, shows the line item codes for invoicing, and uses the current 2026-27 rates.
Open the NDIS Travel CalculatorHow NDIS travel charging works
Providers can charge two things when travel is reasonable and necessary. The first is the vehicle cost per kilometre: $0.99/km for a standard vehicle, and up to $2.76/km for a modified vehicle. The second is travel time, charged at the support worker hourly rate that applies to the shift.
Travel time is capped at 30 minutes each way in metropolitan areas (MMM1-3), 60 minutes each way in regional areas (MMM4-5), and there is no cap in remote and very remote areas (MMM6-7). Return journeys count both legs. Kilometre costs are claimed as a non-labour cost (for example, code 01_799_0104_1_1 for self-care), and participant transport can use Activity Based Transport (04_590_0125_6_1).
Travel charging always depends on your service agreement and current NDIS guidance. Use the calculator for a first-pass estimate, then confirm with your plan manager or provider before invoicing.
Rates current as at 1 July 2026. Sources: NDIS Pricing Arrangements 2026-27, NDIS travel claiming rules, and Fair Work SCHADS Award (MA000100).
Frequently Asked Questions
How is NDIS travel charged?
NDIS travel has two parts. Kilometres are charged at $$0.99 per kilometre for a standard vehicle (up to $$2.76 for a modified vehicle). Travel time is charged at the applicable support worker hourly rate, capped at 30 minutes each way in metropolitan areas (MMM1-3) and 60 minutes each way in regional areas (MMM4-5), with no cap in remote and very remote areas (MMM6-7).
Where can I calculate travel charges?
Use the NDIS Travel Calculator at /tools/ndis-travel-calculator. It works out kilometre and travel-time charges for both provider travel and participant transport, including return trips and line item codes.
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