Car Rental Ubud (2026): Self-Drive or With Driver, Prices & Day Trips
Ubud sits in the middle of everything worth seeing in central Bali: rice terraces, waterfalls, water temples and the road up to Mount Batur. A car — with or without a driver — turns those into easy, comfortable day trips, especially in the rainy season or with kids. Here’s how car rental in Ubud works.
Prices in Ubud
- City car (Brio, Agya): about IDR 200–300k per day self-drive.
- 7-seater (Avanza, Xenia): IDR 250–350k self-drive, IDR 550–700k with driver.
- Innova: IDR 450–650k self-drive, IDR 750–950k with driver.
Driver packages typically cover 10–12 hours with fuel included around central and South Bali; far destinations like Amed or Lovina may cost extra. See car rental Bali price per day.
Self-drive or with driver in Ubud?
Ubud is where a driver really shines. The centre has narrow, one-way loops, parking near the Monkey Forest and the market is tight, and roads to the waterfalls are small and winding. A local driver knows where to park, which places are worth it and how to avoid the tour-bus rush. Self-drive is great if you’re confident, want total flexibility and are staying outside the centre. Compare in car rental with driver and self-drive car rental.
Driving and parking in Ubud
- One-way streets loop through the centre — follow the signs and Google Maps, and don’t be surprised if you have to go around twice.
- Park outside the centre and walk in, or use paid parking areas (around IDR 5–10k).
- Villa access: many villas sit along narrow lanes between rice fields — check car access before booking.
- Ceremonies sometimes close roads for an hour or two. Be patient; it’s part of Bali.
Best day trips from Ubud by car
| Trip | Drive from Ubud | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Tegallalang & Tirta Empul | 20–40 min | Rice terraces, holy spring temple |
| Kintamani | 1–1.5 h | Mount Batur & lake views, hot springs |
| Waterfalls | 20–60 min | Tegenungan, Tibumana, Kanto Lampo |
| Sidemen & Tirta Gangga | 1.5–2 h | Valley views, water palace |
| Bedugul & Jatiluwih | 1.5–2 h | Lake temple, UNESCO terraces |
Getting to and from the airport
The drive from Ngurah Rai Airport to Ubud takes about 1.5 hours, often more at peak times. A car delivered at the airport, or a car with driver, solves arrival day with all your luggage — see Bali airport car rental.
Car or scooter in Ubud?
For short trips into town, a scooter is quicker to park. For day trips, rain and families, a car wins. Plenty of travellers mix both — see scooter rental Ubud.
What you need
- Self-drive: home licence + International Driving Permit (car category).
- With driver: nothing but your plans.
- Child seats on request — see family car rental in Bali.
Book a car in Ubud
The SiapPergi car catalogue delivers self-drive cars and cars with driver to villas and hotels in Ubud, Tegallalang, Payangan and beyond. Fixed prices and no deposit up front — check the car, then pay. See also our Bali car rental page.
| 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 does it cost to rent a car in Ubud?
Roughly IDR 200–300k a day for a city car and IDR 250–650k for a 7-seater self-drive; with a driver about IDR 550–950k for 10–12 hours in {year}.
Is it better to rent a car with a driver in Ubud?
For day trips, yes for most visitors. Ubud has one-way loops, tight parking and narrow roads to the waterfalls, and a driver handles all of it.
Is it easy to park in Ubud?
Parking in the centre is tight. Park outside the centre or in paid parking areas and walk in.
How long is the drive from Bali airport to Ubud?
About 1.5 hours, longer at peak times.