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Noncontrolling Interest - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Mar. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Mar. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Nov. 08, 2013
WEX Europe Services [Member]
Aug. 30, 2012
WEX Europe Services [Member]
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]            
Redeemable non-controlling interest $ 19,338 $ 18,729 $ 21,855 $ 21,662    
Percent of ownership interest acquired         75.00% 51.00%