Bolt Drive

Why drive when you can Drive?

No service checks, insurance forms, fuel prices, or parking fees. Drive new cars at low rates with Bolt Drive car-sharing.

Drive on demand

With Bolt Drive car-sharing, you pay for the time and distance you drive. Nothing more. See all available services in the app

Drive for minutes

Book a car, unlock it with your phone, and pay for the time or distance you drive.

Drive for days

Pick daily rentals for longer trips and pay a fixed fee. Fuel and parking not included.

Park for free

No fees in designated areas, whether you're taking a break or ending your trip.

See all available services in the app

Start driving

Rent a car faster than finding a parking space. Drive it as long as you need to, park it for free, and move on with your day.

Create an account

Verify your driving license in the app.

Find a car nearby

If you don't spot one on the street, locate a car using the in-app map.

Unlock with the app

All you need is your phone to get in.

End your trip

Park, leave the key inside, and move on with your day.

“I think the app is also quite intuitive. I really like the counter where it shows while you're driving how much you're spending, which none of the other apps have."

Nikhil (Berlin)

Bolt Drive user

Rent the car you need

Big or small, budget or premium. Check the app to see all available cars nearby.

Everyday cars

When you just need wheels.

SUVs

When you need extra seats.

Vans and trucks

When you have cargo to move.

Luxury cars

When you want to drive in style.

Cars from third parties

Rent in minutes with Bolt Drive.

Pay for time and distance

Go to the app to see which payment options are available in your region.

Pay as you go

Book and go anytime

Find a car and drive it for as far or long as you like.

Long-term rental

Go long-term with a fixed rate

Pay a fixed rate for the exact number of hours or days you need to drive.

Frequently asked questions

To use Bolt Drive, you need a valid driving licence, a verified Bolt account, and a payment method added to your profile.

In some countries, you must also meet a minimum age or driving experience requirement. Check the app for local details.

All of our cars come with automatic transmission at no extra cost. The specific make and model of hire car depends on availability. Our car-types include: small, electric, medium-sized, and premium cars, as well as SUVs and vans. Check the app to see which cars are available to rent nearby.

Some vehicles support intercity travel, and an intercity fee is charged upon finishing the trip. Please check the vehicle card’s Help section for a list of cities where you can end a trip. If a city’s not on the list, you can’t finish a trip there; you must return the car to where you rented it.

No. Bolt Drive is only available via the Bolt app. Download the Bolt ride app to access our full range of features and services in the countries where we operate.

Open the Bolt app and switch to the Drive section. You’ll see available cars on the map near your location. Tap a car to view details like model, fuel level, and price before reserving.

You can reserve a car for free for a few minutes to get to it. After that, a small fee may apply. Once you reach the car, unlock it through the app and start your trip.

Simply pay inside your Bolt app as you would for a Bolt car or scooter ride (credit/debit card or Apple Pay).