How to get from Svarthöfði to Askja by bus?

From Svarthöfði to Askja by bus

Take one direct bus from Svarthöfði to Askja in Reykjavík: take the 6 bus from Höfðar station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The bus schedule from Svarthöfði may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

31min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Höfðar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Höfðar
    ID HÖFÐAB1
    620 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

To get from Svarthöfði to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 24 bus from Stórhöfði / Tengivegur 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 32 min. The bus schedule from Svarthöfði may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

32min
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Stórhöfði / Tengivegur

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Svarthöfði
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Ásgarður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
    ID BREIÐH1
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    180 m • 3 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
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Svarthöfði to Askja

The distance between Svarthöfði, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 8.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Svarthöfði 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 Svarthöfði to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Svarthöfði to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Svarthöfði) 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 Svarthöfði to Askja by bus via 24 and 15

To get from Svarthöfði to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 24 bus from Stórhöfði / Tengivegur 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 32 min. The bus schedule from Svarthöfði may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

32min
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Stórhöfði / Tengivegur

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Svarthöfði
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Ásgarður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
    ID BREIÐH1
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    180 m • 3 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
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Bus line 6.

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

    The alternative route takes 32 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 15.

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

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Svarthöfði to Askja in Reykjavík in 31 min.

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

    The 6 bus line goes from Höfðar station near Svarthöfði to Háskóli Íslands station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Svarthöfði and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 31 min.

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

    Get on the 6 bus from the Höfðar stop near Svarthöfði in Reykjavík.

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

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

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

    The first bus from Svarthöfði to Askja in Reykjavík is Hlemmur - Spöngin. It leaves the Höfðar stop at 8:10 AM.

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