Bali Road Trip by Car for a Week: Route, Tips and How to Rent
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 3 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
A Bali road trip by car for a week is the most comfortable way to see the south coast beaches, the Ubud rice terraces and the northern mountains in one journey. With a clear route plan, you can enjoy Bali without driving back and forth to the same places.
Why Choose a Car for a Bali Road Trip
Bali is fairly small, but its roads often get congested, especially in Denpasar, Canggu and Kuta during rush hour. A car gives you the advantage of carrying luggage, travelling with family and stopping wherever you like, including a roadside warung or a photo spot in the rice fields.
Vehicles that suit a week of driving are usually:
- Honda Brio or Toyota Calya: fuel-efficient and easy to park for couples.
- Toyota Avanza or Hyundai Stargazer: more room for families or surfboards.
- Mitsubishi Xpander: a choice for groups with large suitcases.
Sample One-Week Route Around Bali
The route below can be adjusted to your interests. Driving times depend on traffic and on how many stops you make.
| Day | Route | Estimated driving time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ngurah Rai Airport – Seminyak/Canggu | 30–60 minutes | Avoid the evening traffic jams |
| 2 | Canggu – Ubud | 1–1.5 hours | Tegallalang and Tegenungan rice terraces |
| 3 | Ubud – Kintamani | 1 hour | Go in the morning for clear views of Mount Batur |
| 4 | Kintamani – Lovina | 1.5–2 hours | Winding roads, stop at Munduk |
| 5 | Lovina – Amed | 2.5–3 hours | Northern coastal route, make sure the tank is full |
| 6 | Amed – Candidasa | 1–1.5 hours | The quiet east coast |
| 7 | Candidasa – Jimbaran/Uluwatu | 2–2.5 hours | Sunset at Uluwatu |
The times above are general estimates. Actual journey times can differ considerably in holiday periods or when a traditional ceremony closes the road.
Car Driving Tips for Bali
- Leave early. Denpasar roads and the route to Ubud often get congested after 10.00.
- Prepare offline Google Maps. Signal in the Kintamani mountains and on the northern route can drop out.
- Fill up at official petrol stations (SPBU) and check your fuel before a long stretch.
- Take care on the winding roads to Munduk and Amed; use a low gear when climbing or descending.
- Park in clearly marked spots. At busy attractions parking can fill up, so arrive early.
- Carry cash for parking and small purchases.
Documents to Bring
You must carry a valid car driving licence (SIM mobil). Foreign visitors generally need their home-country licence together with an International Driving Permit (IDP). These rules are set by the Indonesian government and can change, so please check the official source before you travel.
How to Rent a Car for a Bali Road Trip
Choose your car and rental dates on the Bali car rental page, or look at options for a specific pick-up point such as car rental at Ngurah Rai Airport and car rental in Seminyak. If you are not yet sure how to book, follow the steps on how to book.
How SiapPergi Helps
SiapPergi delivers the car to your hotel, villa or Ngurah Rai Airport across mainland Bali, and this delivery is included in the price. Catalogue prices are fixed, from Rp310.000 per day for a self-drive car, with no deposit, and your passport or ID is not held. Payment is made in Indonesian Rupiah when the vehicle arrives. To book, contact WhatsApp +6281808001102 (07.00–23.00 WITA) in English or Indonesian.
If you would like a car with a local driver for specific routes, see car with driver or the guide to Yogyakarta for trips outside Bali.
Ready to rent a scooter or car?
Fixed catalogue prices, delivered to your hotel or villa. Book on WhatsApp and pay when the vehicle arrives.
This guide follows the SiapPergi editorial policy: facts are checked, market prices are given as ranges and mistakes are corrected.