How to get from Árbæjarsafn to Askja by bus?

From Árbæjarsafn to Askja by bus

To get from Árbæjarsafn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 12 bus from Árbæjarsafn station to Breiðhöfði / Ártún station. Next, take the 6 bus from Ártún station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The bus schedule from Árbæjarsafn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

25min
Bus - 1212
Bus - 66
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Árbæjarsafn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Árbæjarsafn
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
    ID BREIÐHÖ
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Hlemmur
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    11 min
  • 7
    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 Árbæjarsafn to Askja

The distance between Árbæjarsafn, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 8.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Árbæjarsafn 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 Árbæjarsafn to Askja

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

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 6.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 25 min.

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

    The 12 bus line goes from Breiðhöfði / Ártún station near Árbæjarsafn to Ártún station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ártún station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Árbæjarsafn and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 25 min.

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

    Get on the 12 bus from the Breiðhöfði / Ártún stop near Árbæjarsafn in Reykjavík.

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

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

  • When is the first bus from Árbæjarsafn to Askja in Reykjavík?

    The first bus from Árbæjarsafn to Askja in Reykjavík is Flyðrugrandi - Reykjavegur. It leaves the Ártún stop at 6:36 AM.

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