Travel Mobility Scooters - Lightweight, Portable & Adventure-Ready
Travel mobility scooters are the ideal solution for anyone who wants independence on the move without the size or weight of a full-sized scooter. Perfect for holidays, shopping trips and days out, these compact scooters are designed to disassemble or fold into manageable sections, making them easy to lift into the car and simple to store at home.
At Fen Mobility Centre, we supply a wide range of travel scooters to suit every budget and requirement. Our customers visit us from Wisbech, Peterborough, Kings Lynn, March and all surrounding areas, and we always ensure the scooters we stock offer reliability, comfort and great value.
Why Choose a Folding Mobility Scooter?
Travel scooters are ideal if you need mobility that is:
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Portable & Convenient – Travel scooters break down into lightweight pieces that fit easily into a car boot, making them perfect for everyday use and weekend trips.
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Lightweight & Easy to Manage – Designed for lifting, storing and transporting without difficulty, with many models using lighter batteries for easier handling.
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Perfect for Holidays & Days Out – Whether you're exploring locally or heading abroad, a travel scooter provides freedom wherever you go.
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Comfortable & Easy to Use – Despite their compact design, travel scooters offer supportive seating, intuitive controls and smooth performance.
If you want a mobility solution that travels with you without compromising on comfort or independence — a travel scooter is an excellent choice.
What to Consider When Choosing a Travel Scooter
Choosing the right travel mobility scooter ensures you stay comfortable, safe and confident when out and about. Here are the key things to think about:
Portability & Weight
Travel scooters are designed to break down into smaller, lighter pieces, but weights vary between models. Check how easily each part can be lifted and whether the battery pack removes separately to make loading into a car simpler. Some models offer ultra-light components, while others prioritise strength over weight.
Battery Range
Most travel scooters offer a range of 8–12 miles, which is ideal for shopping trips, visiting friends and general everyday mobility. If you enjoy longer outings or full days out, look for models with upgraded lithium batteries that provide extended travel time without adding extra weight.
Comfort & Stability
Although compact, comfort is still important. Features such as padded seats, adjustable tillers, larger wheels and suspension can greatly improve the ride, especially over uneven pavements or small kerbs. If you plan to use your scooter frequently, comfort should be a top priority.
User Weight Capacity
Always check the maximum user weight to ensure the scooter performs safely and reliably. Travel scooters often have slightly lower weight capacities than full-sized models, so choosing the right specification is essential.
Where You’ll Use It
Travel scooters are perfect for shops, supermarkets, leisure centres, flat pavements and smooth outdoor surfaces. They’re designed for convenience rather than rough terrain. If you need something capable of travelling further distances or handling uneven ground, you may prefer a standard 4mph or 6–8mph scooter instead.
Travel Scooters vs Other Mobility Options
If you're unsure whether a travel scooter is the best fit, here’s how they compare with other mobility solutions:
vs Standard Pavement Scooters (4mph)
Travel scooters are lighter and more portable, making them ideal for car journeys, days out and holidays. Pavement scooters offer more stability, larger wheels and longer range but are too bulky for lifting.
vs 6–8mph Road Scooters
Road scooters are bigger, heavier and designed for longer distances. They provide improved comfort and performance but cannot be lifted into a car or easily stored, making them less practical for travel.
vs Powerchairs / Wheelchairs
Travel scooters give great independence outdoors and in wider indoor spaces. Powerchairs, however, are better suited for tight indoor manoeuvring, smaller turning circles and continuous seated use.
Why Fen Mobility Centre?
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Over 30 Years of Mobility Experience
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Occupational Therapist on Site
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Test Drives & More
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100s of Items In Stock For Same Day Collection
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Zero Pressure Guarantee
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Competitive Pricing & VAT Free Shopping
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Assessments In Our Centre or Your Home
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Outstanding Aftercare, Warranties, Loans & Hire
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Open 6 Days a Week Just Outside Ely
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Same Day Collection or Next Day Delivery
What Next?
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If you are in Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire, Norfolk, Suffolk then visit our wonderful showroom and friendly expert team. Find us here
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Contact us on 01353 653 753
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Email us on info@fenmobility.com