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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Bend
- Bend, Oregon is known as an outdoor playground, and with your Bend car rental, you can explore all of the area’s attractions. In town, you can spend a day at Drake Park on the banks of the Deschutes River, learn about the area’s cultural and natural history at the High Desert Museum, or enjoy a spelunking adventure at the Lava River Cave, a mile-long lave tube just 13 miles south of the city center. For skiers, there are two ski resorts within an hour’s drive from the city. Bachelor Ski and Sport is just 22 miles west of Bend, and the Hoodoo Ski Area is 45 miles to the northwest. There is a lot of great hiking around Bend, the trail at Tumalo Falls provides breathtaking views of the falls. Crater Lake National Park is just 2h away and is a great place for hiking, fishing, and enjoying the views as you drive around the rim.
- Picking up car rentals in Bend is easy at the Bend/Redmond Airport (RDM). The rental car counters are located near the baggage claim in the airport’s terminal. The rental car lot is within walking distance from the rental counters, so a shuttle isn’t necessary.
- There are more than 30 traffic circles in Bend, so visitors should be ready to navigate them. Be aware that it is state law to use your blinker when turning out of a traffic circle, and failure to signal could result in a hefty fine. Bend is also known for being a bicycle-friend city, and drivers should be prepared to share the road with cyclists.
- Rush hour traffic is not a concern when traveling in Bend. However, traffic volumes do pick up in the summer months when this tourist town sees an influx of vacationers, and the weekends year-round tend to be busier than the weekdays. Driving can be difficult here in the winter, on average, Bend receives more than 30 inches of snow between November and February.
- Book your car hire in Bend at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard car hire in Bend are around -56% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Bend
What type of car is recommended for driving in Bend?
Among the most popular car rentals in Bend are economy cars, because they’re fuel-efficient and easy to drive both around town and longer distances to visit the surrounding cities and parks. However, if you plan to explore the more remote areas of the nearby mountains in the Cascade Mountain Range, an SUV or a pickup truck with 4WD is better equipped to handle these rugged terrains. Keep in mind that access to many of the remote trails in the surrounding areas requires a 4WD vehicle with high clearance.
What’s the speed limit in Bend?
Most of the rural highways surrounding Bend have a speed limit of 55mph. Speeds in most residential districts are limited to 25mph while business districts are often restricted to a maximum speed of 20mph. On the Bend Parkway (US-97) the posted speed limit is 45mph, but traffic usually travels at or above 55mph. Drivers should be aware that police officers are frequently stationed along the road to enforce the speed limit.
Where are the best places to park in Bend?
Most of the parking lots in Downtown Bend have metered spaces for about $1 per hour with a 4h time limit, Monday through Saturday. The downtown Centennial Garage offers free parking for 3h or around $1 per hour for all-day parking, and it’s free to park at the garage on the weekends. On-street parking is free throughout the city, but there is a 2h time limit. However, on the streets surrounding NW Congress St, on-street parking is metered at a $5 flat rate and is reserved for special events at Drake Park and the downtown area. Parking is free everywhere on Sundays and most major holidays.
How much is the price of fuel in Bend?
The average price of fuel in Bend is R73,53 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R882 and R1 176, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Bend?
Standard (Ford Transit or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Bend.
How can I find car hires near me in Bend?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Bend?
A Standard car hire in Bend costs R2 331 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Bend?
A Mini car hire in Bend costs R2 284 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Bend?
An Intermediate car hire in Bend costs R1 112 per day, on average.
Bend car rental reviews and directory
Avis
9,8
Wonderful
41 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Bend
Locations in Bend
2522 Se Jessie Butler Circle
+1 541 923 3750
300 Se Reed Market Road
+1 541 382 0266
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9,6 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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They upgraded me to a Jeep Cherokee! Very friendly staff, super efficient in getting the rental car, will use againCons:
Outside of Jeep was slightly dirty.5,2 Fair
Oct 2019
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Pickup easy and helpful. The bad was that I WAS NOT told that there was to be a $100 one way fee. I was not told until I dropped off the vehicle. I am very upset over the whole situation.Cons:
To have been told before hand. I rented the car for a total of about 3 hours of driving to find out that I would have an additional $100 fee added for one way which I told them I was going one way BUT THEY didn't tell me of the additional fee. I will NEVER rent from them again!9,6 Wonderful
Feb 2019
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Friendly staff and super helpfulCons:
There was NO ice/snow scrapper. We rented a car in Bend, Oregon in winter. The second day there was a snow storm. The front wheel drive and all season tires served us well but I was disappointed to not find any sort of ice/snow scrapper in the car. I purchased one and left it in the car.8,4 Very Good
Oct 2018
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The drop off was fine.10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
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Very convenient at Redmond Airport5,6 Fair
Sep 2017
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Didn't take longCons:
The woman at pick up left it to me to inspect damage. When I told her about fender damage she noted it on the form but didn't inspect it herself. I then had to tell her about the cigarette smell and the oil change light. She said she'd let them know at the drop-off location.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,3
Very Good
39 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
7.7
2 locations in Bend
Locations in Bend
2301 Ne Division St
+1 541 383 1717
3113 S Hwy 97
+1 541 699 3134
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4,0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Drop off super easy because it’s such a small airportCons:
First, it was MY mistake by reserving a car at the OFF AIRPOT enterprise. The ON AIRPORT enterprise clerk was no help at all. Wouldnt call the offsite spot for us, wouldnt help us get a ride (Redmond has no shuttles) to the offsite location, looked at his cell phone while we talked to him instead of looking at us (and didnt even pretend) to care. Crummy attitude. If I were his boss I’d fire him.2,0 Poor
May 2021
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The car I booked was at a location that was closed. I was then sent to a location that was 20 miles away and did not have any available cars. Enterprise was not able to rent any vehicle.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Very friendly staff. Easy pick up and drop off6,0 Okay
Apr 2021
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The vehicle has four tires and a steering wheelCons:
Not charged me more than my reservation with Kayak+ a two hundred dollar deposit, of which one was refunded at all. This is typical with enterprise. Despite no damage ever being done on my part to any enterprise vehicle I’ve never gotten my deposits Back, in anything enterprise always finds a way to charge me additional. As of now I have paid 305 dollars for a 36 hour rental which is criminal.10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Availability of car and nice employees6,4 Okay
Aug 2020
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The staff was great and did a good job of making things safe.Cons:
Mazda 6 was a decent car but had some issues with alignment and had a hard pull to the right.Budget
7,7
Good
72 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.2
2 locations in Bend
Locations in Bend
2522 Se Jessie Butler Circle
+1 541 923 0699
300 Se Reed Market Road
+1 541 385 1107
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6,0 Okay
Feb 2024
2,0 Poor
Feb 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
6,0 Okay
Dec 2023
8,0 Very Good
Sep 2022
6,0 Okay
May 2021
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The representative walked me to the car to show me the vehicle had been sanitized and cleaned. After I arrived at my destination I found empty water bottles with chewed gum on the lid. There was trash in the back as well.Hertz
10,0
Wonderful
16 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Bend
Locations in Bend
535 Ne Savannah Drive
+1 541 388 1535
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10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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The rental price was the BEST with Kayak. The Hertz staff was nice and checkin was easy. The car got great gas mileage. The drop off was easy.9,2 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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At check in the reservations weren’t available so we had to show our reservation and it seemed to take quite a bit longer. However the customer service rep was apologetic and really stepped up to get our reservation handled2,0 Poor
Nov 2017
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Cancelled because they wouldn't accept a debit card as payment and they charged my debit card...4,4 Mediocre
Oct 2017
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The car seemed pretty newCons:
I interrupted the rep from some activity on her cell phone. The car was so dirty. It had trash, crumbs on the seat & cereal down the inside. Interior windows filthy. No offer to complete the cleaning.2,0 Poor
Apr 2017
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They have the lowest priceCons:
There was no warning that I was required to have a major credit card i order to rent a vehicle with Hertz. The girl at the counter could have cared less to the fact that I had a reservation for 2 weeks in order to be in my close friend's wedding. She offered no help or other options, and simply wanted to keep saying, "It's our policy" yet when I asked to see the policy, she refused and said she would call the police on me! WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE! I'LL NEVER USE HERTZ OR KAYAK AGAIN!Eagle Rent A Car
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2 locations in Bend
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Sunnycars
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One location in Bend
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