Car Rental Sanur (2026): Prices, Airport Delivery & Day Trips
Sanur is Bali’s calm, family-friendly beach town on the east coast — and one of the easiest places on the island to drive. It’s also perfectly placed for day trips to Ubud, East Bali and the waterfalls, and for catching boats to Nusa Penida and Lembongan.
Prices in Sanur
- City car (Brio, Agya): about IDR 200–300k per day self-drive.
- 7-seater (Avanza, Xenia): about IDR 250–350k self-drive, IDR 550–700k with driver.
- Xpander / Innova: about IDR 350–650k self-drive.
Full table below. Long stay? See monthly car rental.
Why Sanur is easy for drivers
- Quieter streets than Canggu, Seminyak or Kuta.
- Direct access to the Ngurah Rai Bypass for the airport, Ubud and East Bali.
- The Bali Mandara toll road to the airport and Nusa Dua — see Bali toll road guide.
- Most hotels and villas have parking.
First time driving on the left? Sanur is a good place to start — see driving on the left in Bali.
Airport pick-up
Sanur is about 25–40 minutes from Ngurah Rai Airport. Have the car delivered at arrivals or to your hotel — see Bali airport car rental.
Island hopping from Sanur
Fast boats to Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan leave from Sanur’s harbour area. Rental cars can’t go on the fast boats; either park near the harbour (ask your boat operator about secure parking) or have the rental collect the car before you go. Boat tickets: Sanur to Nusa Penida.
Day trips from Sanur
- Ubud — about 1 hour.
- Waterfalls near Gianyar — 40–60 minutes. See Bali waterfalls.
- Sidemen and Tirta Gangga — 1.5–2 hours.
- Nusa Dua — 20–30 minutes via the toll road.
Families
Sanur’s calm beaches make it a favourite for families. Request child seats in advance — see family car rental in Bali.
What you need
- Home licence + International Driving Permit (car category) for self-drive.
- Passport for ID — shown, not left.
Book with hotel delivery
The SiapPergi car catalogue delivers to hotels and villas in Sanur and to the airport. No deposit up front — check the car, then pay. Prefer two wheels? See scooter rental Sanur.
| Car | Seats | Self-drive / day | With driver + fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Brio / Toyota Agya | 5 | IDR 200k – 300k | — |
| Toyota Avanza / Daihatsu Xenia | 7 | IDR 250k – 350k | IDR 550k – 700k |
| Mitsubishi Xpander | 7 | IDR 350k – 450k | IDR 650k – 800k |
| Toyota Innova Reborn / Zenix | 7 | IDR 450k – 650k | IDR 750k – 950k |
| Toyota Fortuner / Pajero Sport | 7 | IDR 900k – 1.3M | IDR 1.3M – 1.7M |
| Toyota HiAce | 14 | — | IDR 1.2M – 1.8M |
Driver rentals are usually 10–12 hours including fuel within South Bali.
Ready to ride? Compare daily, weekly & monthly rates on our Bali scooter rental page — delivered to your hotel or villa in 34 areas.
Frequently asked questions
How much is car rental in Sanur?
Roughly IDR 200–300k a day for a city car and IDR 250–350k for a 7-seater self-drive in {year}.
Is Sanur a good place to drive in Bali?
Yes — its streets are quieter than Canggu or Kuta, with easy access to the bypass and the toll road.
How far is Sanur from Bali airport?
About 25–40 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
Can I take a rental car to Nusa Penida from Sanur?
Not on the fast boats. Park near the harbour or have the rental collect the car before you go.