Car Rental Uluwatu & Jimbaran (2026): Prices, Parking & Tips
The Bukit Peninsula — Jimbaran, Ungasan, Pecatu, Bingin and Uluwatu — is spread out, hilly and surprisingly far between beaches. A car makes sense for families, groups, surfers with several boards, or anyone staying in a cliff-top villa far from the shops.
Prices on the Bukit
- City car (Brio, Agya): about IDR 200–300k per day self-drive.
- 7-seater (Avanza, Xpander): about IDR 250–450k self-drive, IDR 550–800k with driver.
- Innova: about IDR 450–650k self-drive.
- SUV (Fortuner, Pajero): from about IDR 900k.
Full table below; see also car rental Bali price per day.
Airport pick-up
Jimbaran is about 20–30 minutes from Ngurah Rai Airport and Uluwatu about 30–50 minutes, depending on traffic. Having the car waiting at arrivals is very convenient — see Bali airport car rental.
Driving on the Bukit
- Steep roads lead down to beaches like Melasti, Nyang Nyang and Bingin. An automatic makes hill starts much easier; use a low gear going down.
- Narrow lanes to some villas — check car access with your host.
- Sunset traffic towards Uluwatu Temple and the cliff-top bars.
- The bypass to Jimbaran and the airport is busy at peak times.
Parking
Beaches, the temple and beach clubs have car parks with attendants (around IDR 5–10k). Some small beaches have limited car space and fill up at sunset. See car parking in Bali.
Surfers
Ask for roof racks when you book. A 7-seater with the back seats folded takes several boards inside. Prefer two wheels for dawn patrol? See surf rack scooter rental.
Day trips from Uluwatu and Jimbaran
- Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa — 20–30 minutes; calm beaches for kids.
- Seminyak and Canggu — 1–1.5 hours.
- Ubud — 1.5–2 hours; consider a driver.
Beach-hopping ideas in Uluwatu beaches.
What you need
- Home licence + International Driving Permit (car category) for self-drive.
- Passport for ID — shown, not left.
- Five minutes for the handover checklist.
Book with villa delivery
The SiapPergi car catalogue (same team as this site) delivers to villas and hotels across Jimbaran, Ungasan, Pecatu and Uluwatu, and to the airport. No deposit up front — check the car, then pay. Prefer a scooter? See scooter rental Uluwatu.
| 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 Uluwatu?
Roughly IDR 200–300k a day for a city car and IDR 250–450k for a 7-seater self-drive in {year}.
Is it easy to drive in Uluwatu?
Mostly, but the Bukit is hilly with steep beach roads and some narrow lanes. An automatic makes it easier.
Can a rental car be delivered to my villa in Uluwatu?
Yes. Many rentals deliver to villas in Jimbaran, Ungasan, Pecatu and Uluwatu, and to the airport.
How far is Uluwatu from Bali airport by car?
About 30–50 minutes depending on traffic; Jimbaran is about 20–30 minutes.