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Cheap Car Hire in Bakersfield

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Bakersfield?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Bakersfield and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 25 December 2024.

January

$64

February

$88

March

$96

April

$88

May

$100

June

$102

July

$105

August

$96

September

$92

October

$88

November

$89

December

$96

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bakersfield is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top hire agencies in Bakersfield

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bakersfield known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bakersfield. Reviews were last updated on 25 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Bakersfield, including Budget, Priceless and NextCar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

5.5
Fair
34 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Priceless

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

NextCar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
9 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.4
Good
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.2

Avis

6.2
Okay
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.7

Dollar

2 locations

Thrifty

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bakersfield, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Bakersfield?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Priceless (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.5 rating) and Hertz (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Bakersfield.

  • What are petrol prices like in Bakersfield?

    The average price of petrol in Bakersfield is $1.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $65 and $94 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bakersfield for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in Bakersfield from about $412 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Bakersfield for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 71% on your car hire. For a below average price in Bakersfield, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 90 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Bakersfield?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Bakersfield it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Bakersfield?

    Nissan Kicks, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Bakersfield according to Cheapflights users.

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