How to get from Melahverfi to Askja by bus?

From Melahverfi to Askja by bus

To get from Melahverfi to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 57 bus from Melahverfi station to Ártún station. Next, take the 6 bus from Ártún station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus schedule from Melahverfi may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

87min
Bus - 5757
Bus - 66
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Melahverfi

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Melahverfi
  • 2
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Mjódd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    56 min
  • 4
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Melahverfi to Askja by bus via 57 and 15

To get from Melahverfi to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 57 bus from Melahverfi station to Ártún station. Next, take the 15 bus from Ártún station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The bus schedule from Melahverfi may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

79min
Bus - 5757
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Melahverfi

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Melahverfi
  • 2
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Mjódd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    56 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    15 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 Melahverfi to Askja

The distance between Melahverfi, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 63.86 km, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melahverfi 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 Melahverfi to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Melahverfi to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Melahverfi) 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 Melahverfi to Askja by bus via 57 and 15

To get from Melahverfi to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 57 bus from Melahverfi station to Ártún station. Next, take the 15 bus from Ártún station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The bus schedule from Melahverfi may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

79min
Bus - 5757
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Melahverfi

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Melahverfi
  • 2
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Mjódd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    56 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    15 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 Melahverfi to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 57, Bus line 6.

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

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 57, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Melahverfi and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Melahverfi to Askja?

    The 57 bus line goes from Ártún station near Melahverfi in Skilmannahreppur to Háskóli Íslands station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Háskóli Íslands station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Melahverfi in Skilmannahreppur and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 1 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the 57 bus from the Ártún stop near Melahverfi in Skilmannahreppur.

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

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

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