Car Rental in Bentota, Sri Lanka
Air conditioning and a locked boot — comfortable for the coast road down to Galle or the run up to Colombo and the airport. Four models available: Suzuki Alto K10, Wagon R, Toyota Aqua and Prius.
Part of NOHA’s island-wide car rental in Sri Lanka — see the hub for full rates, insurance and paperwork detail.
As low as
$22/day
On 16+ day rentals. From $29/day on shorter stays.
Refundable deposit
USD 200–500 by model
Every rental includes
Rates by rental length
| Rental length | Price per day |
|---|---|
| 2–4 days | $29 |
| 5–10 daysWe recommend | $27 |
| 11–15 days | $25 |
| 16–45 days | $22 |
Popular car routes from Bentota
Bentota Beach
In townThe main stretch of sand — calm lagoon-side water sports on one side, open-ocean swimming on the other.
Aluthgama
2.5 kmThe twin town across the river bridge — local market, train station, and the Kande Vihara Temple.
Induruwa
6 kmA quieter beach south of Bentota, with its own turtle hatchery.
Beruwala
8 kmAn old fishing harbour and lighthouse just north along the coast.
Kosgoda
11 kmFurther south — a well-known turtle hatchery and conservation project.
Ahungalla
15 kmA quieter stretch of beach further down the coast.
Galle
56 kmThe anchor town south along the coast, about an hour's ride.
Driving a car out of Bentota
A car makes the loop out to Aluthgama, Induruwa's turtle hatchery, Beruwala's harbour, and Kosgoda comfortable in a single morning, with room in the boot for whatever you pick up along the way.
The coast road both directions — south to Galle, north toward Colombo and the airport — is a well-paved, straightforward drive, and air conditioning is worth having on this open stretch of coast.
What comes with it
Full insurance
Driving introduction lesson
Unlimited kilometres
Full tool kit
Phone holder
First aid kit
WhatsApp support, 365 days
Tour plan assistance
Pickup in Bentota
Bentota is 56 km up the coast from our Galle base, and pickup and drop-off around the Bentota–Aluthgama beach strip are arranged all the time. Message us your dates and hotel and we'll sort the logistics.
The paperwork you’ll need
You can use either the AAC or the DMT permit for a car — full comparison, fees, and how to get one before you arrive.
Compare AAC vs DMT →Questions about car rental in Bentota
- Which car model should I pick?
- The Alto K10 is enough for two people and light bags. Doing the full loop out to Induruwa, Beruwala, and Kosgoda in one day, the Wagon R or Aqua give you more boot room for whatever you pick up along the way, and the Prius fits the most.
- Is this self-drive, or can I hire a driver too?
- Self-drive is the default — you get the keys, and we handle your Sri Lankan necessary paperwork before you arrive. If you'd rather not drive yourself, a chauffeur option is available on all four models, with the rate quoted per trip on WhatsApp.
- Is the coast road to Galle easy in a car?
- Yes, it's a well-paved, straightforward drive along the coast, with plenty of stops if you want to break the trip at Kosgoda or Ahungalla.
- Can I return the car somewhere other than Bentota?
- Yes. Many guests pair this with Galle or the south coast further on. Tell us your plans and we'll arrange collection.
Other vehicles available in Bentota
Ready when you are
Nothing is charged in advance. Message us your dates on WhatsApp.