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 26 min. The bus schedule from Árbæjarsafn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

26min
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 • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Árbæjarsafn to Askja by bus via 24 and 15

To get from Árbæjarsafn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 24 bus from Árbæjarsafn station to Breiðhöfði / Ártún station. Next, take the 15 bus from Ártún station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The bus schedule from Árbæjarsafn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

35min
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Árbæjarsafn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Árbæjarsafn
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Spöngin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
    ID BREIÐHÖ
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    20 min
  • 7
    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 Árbæjarsafn to Askja

The distance between Árbæjarsafn, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 8.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 26 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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Alternative route from Árbæjarsafn to Askja by bus via 24 and 15

To get from Árbæjarsafn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 24 bus from Árbæjarsafn station to Breiðhöfði / Ártún station. Next, take the 15 bus from Ártún station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The bus schedule from Árbæjarsafn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

35min
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Árbæjarsafn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Árbæjarsafn
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Spöngin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
    ID BREIÐHÖ
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    20 min
  • 7
    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 Árbæjarsafn to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 6.

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

    The alternative route takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 15.

  • 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 26 min.

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

    The 12 bus line goes from Breiðhöfði / Ártún station near Árbæjarsafn to Breiðhöfði / Ártún station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Breiðhöfði / 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 26 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 Breiðhöfði / Ártún stop, which is closest to Askja in Reykjavík.

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