How to get from Bolafótur to Askja by bus?

From Bolafótur to Askja by bus

To get from Bolafótur to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the R4 bus from Bolafótur station to Miðstöð station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 55 bus and finally take the 1 bus from Fjörður station to Háskóli Íslands A station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus schedule from Bolafótur may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

90min
Bus - R4R4
Bus - 5555
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Bolafótur

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Bolafótur
  • 2
    Bus - R4R4
    Wait for bus
    R4
    Miðstöð
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Miðstöð
    ID KROSSMÓ
    2 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    37 min
  • 6
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Skúlagata
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands A
    ID HRINGB5
    25 min
  • 8
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bolafótur to Askja

The distance between Bolafótur, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 51.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bolafótur 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 Bolafótur to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Bolafótur to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bolafótur) 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bolafótur to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line R4, Bus line 55, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bolafótur and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bolafótur to Askja?

    The R4 bus line goes from Miðstöð station near Bolafótur in Reykjanesbær to Fjörður station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Fjörður station near Askja in Reykjavík.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bolafótur to Askja by bus?

    The total travel time between Bolafótur in Reykjanesbær and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 1 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bolafótur to get to Askja?

    Get on the R4 bus from the Miðstöð stop near Bolafótur in Reykjanesbær.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bolafótur and Askja?

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

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