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How to get from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja by bus?

From Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja by bus

To get from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 36 bus from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli station to Hamraborg station. Next, take the 1 bus from Hamraborg station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The bus schedule from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

37min
Bus - 3636
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Hamraborg
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hamraborg
    ID HAMRAB2
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja by bus via 36, 2 and 15

To get from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 36 bus from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli station to Hamraborg station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 bus and finally take the 15 bus from Orkuhúsið station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The bus schedule from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

46min
Bus - 3636
Bus - 22
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Hamraborg
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hamraborg
    ID HAMRAB2
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Orkuhúsið
    ID SUÐURL3
    10 min
  • 6
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    14 min
  • 8
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja

The distance between Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 13.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Reykjavík – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli) and destination (Askja), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Alternative route from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja by bus via 36, 2 and 15

To get from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 36 bus from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli station to Hamraborg station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 bus and finally take the 15 bus from Orkuhúsið station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The bus schedule from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

46min
Bus - 3636
Bus - 22
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Hamraborg
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hamraborg
    ID HAMRAB2
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Orkuhúsið
    ID SUÐURL3
    10 min
  • 6
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    14 min
  • 8
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 36, Bus line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 36, Bus line 2, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja?

    The 36 bus line goes from Hamraborg station near Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli in Kópavogur to Hamraborg station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hamraborg station near Askja in Reykjavík.

  • How long does it take to travel from Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to Askja by bus?

    The total travel time between Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli in Kópavogur and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli to get to Askja?

    Get on the 36 bus from the Hamraborg stop near Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli in Kópavogur.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Álfhólsskóli / Efstihjalli and Askja?

    Get off the bus at the Hamraborg stop, which is closest to Askja in Reykjavík.