Denpasar car hire

Top tips for hiring a car in Denpasar

• Hire a car in Denpasar and comfortably transport all the items you’ll need for a full day of exploring the surrounding beaches and mountains. In contrast to the freedom provided with a hire car, buses in Denpasar are infrequent, with services running roughly every 30min. Drive directly to where you want to go and spend more time at attractions rather than waiting for buses to arrive. Hire cars are also much safer than travelling by taxi scooters. No direct bus route connects Denpasar to Splash Waterpark Bali, though it’s possible to drive in only 25min.
• Hire company offices in the International Terminal of Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) are located in the Arrivals Area of Level 1. The pick-up area is only a short walk from the terminal, and staff can assist with directions to reach the car park. Reception desks are also inside the Arrivals Hall of the Domestic Terminal.
• An International Driver’s Permit is required to hire a car in Denpasar and must be acquired prior to leaving Australia. Be wary that traffic often flows erratically on Denpasar roads as drivers shift lanes without indicating and squeeze into vacant gaps. There is a high number of motorbikes that make up the majority of vehicles and it’s important to regularly check blind spots as they can speed past quickly. Driving speeds should be reduced when animals obstruct the road as dogs and chickens commonly wander in front of oncoming traffic.
• Denpasar experiences heavy traffic congestion from 06:30–10:30 and 15:00–20:00. The middle of the day is the best time to drive as many locals are off the road enjoying lunch. It’s recommended to avoid using busy roads such as Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai and Jalan Legian during rush hours. Delays can be expected throughout the day when passing through Kuta roundabout (corner of Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai and Jalan Sunset Rd). Summer brings hot and humid weather to Denpasar and driving trips should be kept under 1h.
• 25% of our users found a car hire in Denpasar for $56 or less
• Book your car hire in Denpasar at least 6 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
• Economy car hires in Denpasar are around 17% cheaper than other car types, on average