# GET-A-LIFT — We make getting around easy!

> On-demand shared public transit service app for Bakersfield, CA. (iPhone/iPad app by Via Transportation, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-a-lift/id1540576294 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Via Transportation, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/657777018)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 136 MB
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Released: 2020-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-a-lift/id1540576294/reviews.md

## What is GET?

Welcome to the GET-A-LIFT rider app – the official app for riders of Golden Empire Transit’s On Demand transit services in Bakersfield, CA. GET-A-LIFT provides specialized public transportation services in Bakersfield.

How Can I Request A Ride?

You can get a ride in three easy steps:

1. Download the App!

2. Create an account

3. Request a ride (anywhere in the service area)

How Does It Work?

GET-A-LIFT is a convenient transit service that takes multiple people heading in the same direction and transports them in a shared vehicle. Using the app, enter your pick up address and your desired destination. We then match you with a vehicle going your way, give you an estimated trip duration, and then ask if you want to book the trip. 
GET-A-LIFT is convenient! When you book a trip, we will come right to where you are at and drop you off at the curb of your destination. No need to walk to a predetermined stop. 

Looking forward to having you onboard!

## Key features

- On-demand ride requests
- Shared vehicle transportation
- Door-to-curb pickup and drop-off
- Real-time trip estimates
- Account creation for booking

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-a-lift/id1540576294/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Greatly Appreciated

*2026-07-08*

They GET Bus on Demand has provided me much needed transportation. Most of the time the drivers are very friendly and I get to my destination on time.

        While the experience during the ride is a breeze, the app itself lacks accuracy. I will watch the map on the app and the bus will not move for over 10 minutes. It’s very frustrating and confusing because I don’t want to miss the bus if the app happens to be wrong.

### 1/5 — G

*2024-06-05*

I feel this service is so useless. There is always high demand for the buses everytime I try for a ride. It’s a very stupid app

### 1/5 — Worst App I Have

*2024-05-29*

I literally only use this because I have to. Multiple times I’ve been charged for a ride only for the ride to be cancelled. It would be fine if the money was refunded in a timely manner but it never is. I’m low income and need every dollar I spend. There’s never drivers, wait times are ridiculous, and the drivers you do manage to get are rude or don’t follow the GPS. Do not use unless you absolutely need to

### 3/5 — Queue system

*2023-12-11*

Adding a queue system would make this app completely worth it. For now, you just have to hit submit repeatedly into a route is found

### 3/5 — Needs improvement but great service!

*2023-09-16*

Love the on demand service, but the app is lacking. Either there is a shortage of drivers/vans, and/or the demand for rides has increased greatly, because it has become more and more difficult to even book a ride. Sometimes I’ll spend over an hour trying nonstop to book a ride, then eventually have to find a regular bus, or book an Uber to get home and wasted all that time. It would be a nice option to be able to book a ride ahead of time. Also, it would be helpful if the driver receives another pickup on the way, that it be included on the map with an updated TBD pickup time. Sometimes the van will go what looks like someplace random that isn’t even heading toward my pickup location, but the app doesn’t list any info about it picking up another rider and 10 mins pickup time will turn into 30 mins.

### 2/5 — Works

*2023-04-19*

It works, but it would be nice if they had some kind of queue system so that I don’t have to worry about pressing the submit button every few seconds in hopes of even getting offered a ride. When there are no seats available, it just tells you to try again in a few minutes, meaning that I could miss out on a seat just because someone else checked it sooner after a seat became available than I did.

### 1/5 — Jan 3, 2022

*2022-01-04*

I just downloaded the app, put my phone number, added the texted code 2x now and the app keeps closing. Not worth downloading. Idk what’s going on.

### 1/5 — Crashed

*2021-08-03*

This app has logged me out.  It won’t let me log back in.  It has a glitch.

## Frequently asked questions about GET

### What is GET-A-LIFT?

GET-A-LIFT is the official rider app for Golden Empire Transit's on-demand transit services in Bakersfield, CA. It allows users to request shared rides for convenient public transportation.

### How do I request a ride with GET-A-LIFT?

To request a ride, download the app, create an account, and then enter your pickup address and desired destination within the service area.

### Does GET-A-LIFT offer door-to-door service?

Yes, GET-A-LIFT provides convenient door-to-curb pickup and drop-off, meaning you don't need to walk to a predetermined stop.

### What is the service area for GET-A-LIFT?

GET-A-LIFT provides specialized public transportation services specifically within Bakersfield, CA.

### What is the rating for GET-A-LIFT?

GET-A-LIFT has a rating of 2.2 stars based on 27 ratings.

### Does GET-A-LIFT have ads?

Yes, GET-A-LIFT contains advertisements.

### What devices does GET-A-LIFT support?

GET-A-LIFT is available on iPhone and iPod devices.

### When was GET-A-LIFT last updated?

The latest version of GET-A-LIFT, 4.26.10, was last updated on March 4, 2026.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.29.1 — 2026-08-17

Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 4.27.16 — 2026-07-01

Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 4.27.1 — 2026-04-30

Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 4.26.12 — 2026-04-15

Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 4.26.10 — 2026-03-04

Performance improvements and bug fixes

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