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Getting around Bakersfield, CA

Planning to travel in Bakersfield? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Bakersfield experience. Travel from Meadows Field to popular hotels like Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.

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Reserve car service in Bakersfield with Uber

Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in Bakersfield. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to Meadows Field, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.

Rideshare and other services in Bakersfield, California

Getting around Bakersfield without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit in the area, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride in real-time or request a ride in advance so your ride is ready when you are. Whether you’re traveling in a group or alone, you can use the app to find a ride option for your needs.

Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring Bakersfield.

Bakersfield-area airport car service

When your travel in Bakersfield takes you to an airport from a neighborhood, or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.

Popular destinations in Bakersfield, CA

Uber makes Bakersfield travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around Bakersfield request rides to Target more than any other spot.

Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.

Popular destinations in Bakersfield, CA

Destination

Average price with UberX*

Target

$15

Walmart

$15

Valley Plaza Mall

$15

North Bakersfield Toyota

$21

Valley Plaza

$16

Taxis and other ride options near Bakersfield, CA

Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when you need to get around Bakersfield. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. Whether you’re requesting a ride from the airport or to help you discover somewhere new, log in on Uber.com or open the app and enter a destination in Bakersfield.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around Bakersfield anytime, 24/7.

  • With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in Bakersfield. To get the possible cost, open the app or use our price estimator. Input your pickup and dropoff locations, and the price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to discover what’s currently available.

  • Yes. Open your Uber app to request Bakersfield car service, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other Bakersfield transportation options available in your app, too.)

  • Check the Uber app to see if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider using the Uber app. Then travel in Bakersfield or wherever the road takes you.

  • Your safety when traveling in Bakersfield is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.

  • Yes. Uber Eats offers pickup or food delivery in Bakersfield from your favorite restaurants. Browse lots of food delivery options, place your order, and track it by the minute.

Uber does not tolerate the use of alcohol or drugs by drivers using the Uber app. If you believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please have the driver end the trip immediately.

Commercial vehicles may be subject to additional state government taxes, which would be over and above the toll.

After the driver has ended the trip, please report any feedback when rating your trip in the Uber app, visiting help.uber.com, or calling 800-664-1378.

You may also contact the California Public Utilities Commission at 800-894-9444 or CIU_intake@cpuc.ca.gov.

In California, due to CPUC requirements, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app. Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you will have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18. In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.

*Sample rider prices are average UberX prices only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.