Electric car rental in Ubud starts at $29 per day for a Wuling Air EV, delivered to your villa, guesthouse or retreat anywhere around town. Bali Electric Car runs an all-electric fleet of city cars, family SUVs and chauffeured MPVs, booked through a single WhatsApp conversation. Rates are current as of August 2026 — confirm your final quote on WhatsApp at +62 811-2859-0000.
Ubud is the one place in Bali where an EV feels most at home: silent past the rice terraces, no exhaust in the market lanes, and inexpensive to run. It is also the area where honest charging advice matters most, because the town sits 37–38 km inland from the airport and its public charging network is thinner than on the coast. This guide covers real distances, where to charge, and which electric car to choose for the hills.
How far is Ubud from the airport and the coast?
Ubud is approximately 37–38 km from Ngurah Rai Airport, a drive of 60–105 minutes depending on traffic. The route does not use the Bali Mandara toll road. Sanur and Denpasar both sit roughly on the way, which makes them practical charging or coffee stops before the climb inland.
| Route from Ngurah Rai Airport | Distance | Typical time | EV note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ubud (centre) | 37–38 km | 60–105 min | No toll; nearest confirmed public charging is listed at regency level in Gianyar |
| Sanur | 14–15 km | 20–45 min | Confirmed public charging point; an easy stop en route to Ubud |
| Denpasar | 11.8–14 km | 12–31 min | Densest charging coverage in Bali |
| Canggu | 18–20 km | 45–90 min | Nearest confirmed chargers sit around Munggu/Mengwi |
Traffic is the variable, not distance. Peak congestion runs roughly 08.00–10.00 and 16.00–19.00, when journey times can stretch by 40–60 percent or more. If you land in the evening, consider having the car delivered to your Ubud villa the next morning instead — scheduling is flexible on WhatsApp.
Where can I charge an electric car in Ubud?
Bali had 230 public charging units across 164 locations by the end of 2025, but the confirmed stations closest to Ubud are listed at regency level in Gianyar rather than in the town centre itself. Collect your car with a high battery and top up in Denpasar or Sanur before heading uphill.
In practice, most guests renting an electric car in Ubud never need a public charger at all. A Wuling Air EV has a real-world range of around 200–300 km depending on the variant, which comfortably covers several days of temple runs, waterfall trips and market visits. Longer-range models in our fleet stretch that margin further.
When you do use a public station (SPKLU), fast charging carries a service fee of Rp933.22 per kWh, capped at Rp25,000 per session, while ultra-fast charging is Rp1,133.22 per kWh, capped at Rp57,000. The electricity itself is capped at around Rp2,467 per kWh, so a full top-up costs a fraction of a tank of petrol. For volcano trips, public charging is confirmed in the Bangli–Kintamani corridor.
Handover follows standard Bali EV practice: we deliver the car with a high state of charge, and you return it at a reasonable level rather than full-to-full. No fuel receipts, and no refuelling detour before drop-off.
Which electric car should you rent for Ubud?
Ubud’s lanes are narrow, parking is tight near the market, and the surrounding roads climb and wind. Compact EVs shine here, while families and anyone hauling camera gear may prefer a small SUV or an electric MPV. Match the car to how far you plan to roam.
- Wuling Air EV — $29/day (Standard Range) or $33/day (Long Range): the easiest car to park in central Ubud.
- Wuling Binguo EV — $47/day: more space and range headroom for day trips.
- BYD Atto 1 — $47/day and MG ZS EV — $61/day: extra ride height for village roads.
- Wuling Cloud EV — $75/day and BYD M6 — $70/day (6–7 seats): our answer to electric MPV rental in Ubud, with genuine luggage room for families and small groups.
- Hyundai Ioniq 5 with driver — $500 for a 24-hour premium chauffeur day, ideal if you would rather watch the terraces than the road.
An English-speaking driver can be added to any self-drive model from $35 per day. All prices are as of August 2026 — see the full electric fleet for photos and details of every model, including EV van and MPV options for group transfers.
Do you need to worry about range driving to Ubud?
No — the airport-to-Ubud run of 37–38 km uses only a modest share of any modern EV’s battery, even with air-conditioning on and hills in the mix. Range planning only matters for onward trips north and east, where charging is sparser; charge in the southern belt before long excursions.
Things to do around Ubud with an EV
An electric car suits Ubud’s rhythm: you glide silently past rice fields instead of announcing yourself. Distances between sights are short, so a single charge covers days of exploring.
- Tegallalang rice terraces at first light, before the crowds arrive.
- Sacred Monkey Forest, Ubud Palace and the art market in the town core.
- Tirta Empul and Gunung Kawi temples on the Tampaksiring road.
- Campuhan Ridge walk, with easy parking at either end.
- Day trips towards Kintamani for Mount Batur viewpoints.
- The Sidemen valley for weaving villages and rice-field walks.
Ubud electric car rental questions
Can I drive an EV to Mount Batur from Ubud?
Yes. The climb through Tegallalang towards Kintamani is well within the range of every model we rent, and public charging is confirmed in the Bangli–Kintamani corridor. Leave Ubud with a high battery: the ascent draws more energy, but regenerative braking recovers a useful share on the way back down.
Can I drive an EV from Ubud to Sidemen?
Yes, with planning. No named public charger appears in Sidemen itself in our research; the nearest confirmed stations are in Klungkung and Karangasem. Treat it as a round trip on one battery, leave Ubud fully charged, and message us on WhatsApp for a quick route check before you go.
Is villa delivery in Ubud free?
Delivery is free within the Kuta–Seminyak–Airport corridor. For Ubud, we bring the car to your villa or hotel for an additional delivery fee, quoted upfront on WhatsApp before you commit. Airport pickup with the car ready on arrival is also available if you prefer to drive up yourself.
Book your Ubud electric car in one message
Send your dates, drop-off point in Ubud and preferred model to WhatsApp +62 811-2859-0000 or email sales@balipremiumtrip.com. You will receive a clear all-in quote — rental, delivery and any driver add-on — usually within minutes during business hours, at rates current as of August 2026.
Comparing bases? Read our guides to electric car rental in Sanur and electric car rental in Denpasar, explore self-drive and chauffeur services, or check the FAQ for licence, insurance and charging questions.