Bakersfield car rentals

Bakersfield is a typical American city in that its roads are large, wide, and well-suited for a range of vehicles. SUVs, trucks, vans, and all other vehicles will have an easy time navigating the city’s roads, so renters should opt for whatever vehicle best suits their needs. Whether it is a van because you are traveling with company or a sports car because that is what you love, all vehicles are great choices for visitors to Bakersfield.

Residential areas in Bakersfield usually feature speed limits ranging from 25 to 35 mph, while on the city’s urban roads the speed limit goes up to 50 mph. From there, the next bump in speed limits is for urban freeways, which feature speed limits from 50 to 65 mph. Rural freeways and interstates are the next up, featuring speed limits all the way up to 70 mph.

Parking in Bakersfield is usually a breeze due to the city’s ample parking lots and on-street parking spaces. In the private parking garages and lots, drivers can expect to pay around $1 per hour or less -- it is often even free. Outside of the downtown area, on-street parking is the most common option and is easy to find on most streets.

On average a rental car in Bakersfield costs C$ 56 per day.

The average gas price in Bakersfield is C$ 4.88 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 78, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Bakersfield.

The only car rental company onsite at Meadows Field airport is Hertz.

The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Meadows Field airport to off-airport locations is Hertz.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Intermediate car rental in Bakersfield costs C$ 308 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in Bakersfield costs C$ 71 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Bakersfield costs C$ 114 per day, on average.

In Bakersfield, it’s legal to turn right at a red light. After stopping, make sure there are no pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicles in your path before making your turn. You can also make a U-turn at intersections (unless a “No U-Turn” sign is posted) and in residential area provided you signal properly and there is no oncoming traffic within 200 feet of your turn area.

Many people pick up cheap car rentals in Bakersfield from the Meadows Field Airport (BFL), about 9 miles northwest of the city center. The easiest way to get to downtown Bakersfield is to travel south on CA-99 / Golden State Avenue. You can then turn right on any road between F Street and M Street to reach the downtown area.