How to get from Silfurtún to Askja by bus?

From Silfurtún to Askja by bus

Take one direct bus from Silfurtún to Askja in Reykjavík: take the 1 bus from Silfurtún station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The bus schedule from Silfurtún may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

26min
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Silfurtún

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Silfurtún
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Silfurtún to Askja by bus via 2 and 15

To get from Silfurtún to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 2 bus from Arnarneshæð station to Grensás station. Next, take the 15 bus from Grensás station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The bus schedule from Silfurtún may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

52min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 22
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Arnarneshæð

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arnarneshæð
    ID ARNARN4
    830 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grensás
    ID GRENSÁ5
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    13 min
  • 6
    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 Silfurtún to Askja

The distance between Silfurtún, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 8.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Silfurtún 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 Silfurtún to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Silfurtún to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Silfurtún) 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 Silfurtún to Askja by bus via 2 and 15

To get from Silfurtún to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 2 bus from Arnarneshæð station to Grensás station. Next, take the 15 bus from Grensás station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The bus schedule from Silfurtún may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

52min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 22
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Arnarneshæð

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Arnarneshæð
    ID ARNARN4
    830 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grensás
    ID GRENSÁ5
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    13 min
  • 6
    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 Silfurtún to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 2, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Silfurtún and Askja?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Silfurtún in Garðabær to Askja in Reykjavík in 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Silfurtún to Askja?

    The 1 bus line goes from Háskóli Íslands station near Silfurtún in Garðabær to Askja station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Silfurtún in Garðabær and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 26 min.

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

    Get on the 1 bus from the Háskóli Íslands stop near Silfurtún in Garðabær.

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

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

  • When is the first bus from Silfurtún to Askja?

    The first bus from Silfurtún in Garðabær to Askja in Reykjavík is Klukkuvellir - Hlemmur. It leaves the Silfurtún stop at 8:02 AM.

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