Car rental Bakersfield, CA
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Rental cars in Bakersfield, CA
Average daily prices for a 3-day trip
Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
2016
•4.86
(76)
Honda Accord
2022
•4.99
(155)
Chevrolet Sonic
2020
•4.97
(46)
Jeep Compass
2019
•4.89
(38)
Hyundai Elantra
2025
•5.0
(40)
Dodge Challenger
2020
•4.98
(129)
Nissan Rogue
2015
•4.96
(29)
Nissan Kicks
2026
•4.97
(33)
Honda CR-V
2014
•5.0
(16)
Bakersfield car rental: How it works
On Turo, renting a car in Bakersfield is easy. Browse cars online, choose your preferred pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations all across Bakersfield, California and beyond, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.
1. Find the perfect car
Enter a date and location in Bakersfield, CA (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.
2. Select a pickup location
Rent a car nearby or get one delivered to various destinations, including many airports, train stations, hotels, or maybe even your home.
3. Hit the road
Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of Bakersfield, CA! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support.
Recent Bakersfield car rental reviews
Drive real smooth gray car to use. I would love to rent from y’all every time that I need to rent a car.
Needed a rental car on a Sunday due to car trouble and this was so easy and efficient and clean!
Always a pleasant exchange with them. Cars are always on point! Great customer service who could ask for anything better! This car was great on gas, very clean, and an over all smooth ride.
Fast and easy pick up. This is my 3rd rental from them and Ive had no issues. Cars are always clean and run great
Absolutely love the car great on gas very easy to pick up would definitely rent again
The pickup was easy, Yosvin was very helpful. The car was perfect for our trip.
The car was great and the pickup location was so convenient for pickup and drop off. Diana my host was great. A much easier way to rent a vehicle definitely will be my 1st option next time I rent a car.
Great experience! The car was clean, reliable, and exactly as described. The host was friendly, responsive, and made the whole process easy. I would definitely rent from them again!
The owner was very polite, and the car itself was great—clean, reliable, and excellent on gas. Just a heads-up for future renters: there’s an older Prius parked in the driveway of the apartment directly behind where the rental car is parked on the street. I stupidly drove right past it even though it was basically right in front of me, so this was completely my fault and not the owner’s. Just wanted to mention it so another easily confused person like me doesn’t make the same mistake!
Good communication and easy to pickup and drop off the car. It gets great gas mileage and is comfortable to drive. Overall good experience.
Solid turo rent center always in good condition much love to these folks
nice car, clean,quick response time, easy pick up and drop off. will hopefully be renting often as i come to bakersfield
the car was great! It was nice and clean when we picked up the vechile. The owner was very helpful and communicative. The vechile drove really good.
Why Rent a car on Turo?
Cheap Bakersfield, CA car rental
Find deals on all kinds of drives in Bakersfield, CA and throughout the US - from the everyday to the extraordinary. Rent the perfect vehicle for your budget.
Convenient Bakersfield car rental pick up options
Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest in Bakersfield, CA, like airports, train stations, and hotels.
Relax with support & damage protection
24/7 support and roadside assistance mean help is just a call away, plus you can choose from a range of protection plans.
Turo car rental vs. traditional rental
Turo Car rental
App-based experience
No waiting in line
1,600+ unique makes & models
Get the exact car you choose
Delivery options & thousands of pickup locations
Cars rented out by local small businesses
Vehicles and hosts rated by guests
Traditional rental
Standard rental counter experience
Waiting in line
Limited selection
Get a type of vehicle “or similar”
Pickup at retail locations
Owned by large corporations
No vehicle ratings
Top tips for renting a car in Bakersfield
Follow these tips for a safe and smooth trip in your car rental in Bakersfield.
What are the road rules and driving conditions in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield has a well-connected road network, making it easy to get around the city by car. Major routes like Highway 99 and Highway 58 also link Bakersfield to nearby destinations like Fresno.
As a smaller city, traffic in Bakersfield is generally manageable, though you may still encounter the usual morning and evening peak-hour congestion on weekdays. This is especially so around busy areas like downtown, busy shopping malls, and event venues.
Always follow posted speed limits when driving in Bakersfield. In urban areas, limits typically range from 25–35 mph, while highways and freeways can go up to 65–70 mph.
Bakersfield's weather is generally great for driving. However, its inland location means conditions vary year-round. Summers get extremely hot, so watch out for engine overheating and wildfire season. It can bring smoke, reduced visibility, and occasional road closures, especially near the foothills. In winter, fog and rain can make roads slick, and in spring, strong winds are common. Always check weather alerts and road conditions before heading out.
What is parking like in Bakersfield?
Bakersfield offers a range of parking options, including metered street parking, surface lots, and private parking garages. There's ample street parking, but always check signs for time limits, restrictions, or permit requirements to avoid fines.
Are there toll roads in Bakersfield?
There are no toll roads within Bakersfield.
Are there gas stations and EV chargers in Bakersfield?
Use apps like PlugShare or Google Maps to find the nearest gas station or EV charger in Bakersfield and check their operating hours.
You'll find plenty of gas stations around Bakersfield, especially along major roads like Union Ave and L St, so you can easily fuel up on your way in or out of town. There are also EV charging stations in Bakersfield, which you can usually find at shopping malls, hotels, street parking lots, and gas stations — handy if you pick up one of the electric vehicle rentals in Bakersfield.
Do I need to rent a car in Bakersfield?
It's best to rent a car while you're in Bakersfield. While the city has some public transportation, routes are limited. Plus, rideshares add up quickly if you're planning to make multiple trips around town or farther out.
With your own car, you can easily explore downtown Bakersfield or spend a day outdoors at Lake Isabella on your own schedule.
Search for the right vehicle on Turo to make the most of your time in Bakersfield and beyond.
* Any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host's vehicle would kick in before your protection plan, except in limited situations for trips booked in Maryland, but this protects your own wallet. In the US, liability insurance is provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. The policy does not provide coverage for damage to a host's vehicle.
For questions or information about the third party liability insurance that is included in protection plans, consumers in Maryland and the licensed states listed here may contact Turo Insurance Agency at (415) 508-0283 or claims@turo.agency. For questions about how damage to a host's vehicle is handled, visit the Turo Support site.