How to get from Samgöngustofa to Askja by bus?

From Samgöngustofa to Askja by bus

To get from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 11 bus from Háaleitisbraut / Múlar station to Hlemmur station. Next, take the 15 bus from Hlemmur station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The bus schedule from Samgöngustofa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

23min
Bus - 1111
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Háaleitisbraut / Múlar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Samgöngustofa
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Eiðistorg
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hlemmur
    ID HLEMMUR
    8 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    5 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Samgöngustofa to Askja by bus via 15

Take one direct bus from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík: take the 15 bus from Nordica station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The bus schedule from Samgöngustofa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

21min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Nordica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nordica
    ID SUÐURL5
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Samgöngustofa to Askja

The distance between Samgöngustofa, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 4.7 km, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Samgöngustofa 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 Samgöngustofa to Askja

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Samgöngustofa to Askja by bus via 15

Take one direct bus from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík: take the 15 bus from Nordica station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The bus schedule from Samgöngustofa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

21min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Nordica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nordica
    ID SUÐURL5
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 15.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Samgöngustofa to Askja?

    The alternative route takes 21 minutes, using Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Samgöngustofa and Askja in Reykjavík?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík?

    The 11 bus line goes from Hlemmur station near Samgöngustofa to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Íslensk Erfðagreining station near Askja in Reykjavík.

  • How long does it take to travel from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík by bus?

    The total travel time between Samgöngustofa and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Samgöngustofa to get to Askja in Reykjavík?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Hlemmur stop near Samgöngustofa in Reykjavík.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Samgöngustofa and Askja in Reykjavík?

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

  • When is the last bus from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík?

    The last bus from Samgöngustofa to Askja in Reykjavík is the Hlemmur - Klukkuvellir line. It leaves the Hlemmur stop at 3:40 AM.

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