How to get from Borgarspítalinn to Askja by bus?

From Borgarspítalinn to Askja by bus

To get from Borgarspítalinn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 18 bus from Borgarspítalinn station to Snorrabraut station. Next, take the 15 bus from Snorrabraut station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 min. The bus schedule from Borgarspítalinn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

17min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Borgarspítalinn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Borgarspítalinn
    ID BÚSTAÐ5
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Snorrabraut
    ID SNORRAB
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Snorrabraut
    ID SNORRA1
    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
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Borgarspítalinn to Askja by bus via 14 and 15

To get from Borgarspítalinn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 14 bus from Borgarspítalinn 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 26 min. The bus schedule from Borgarspítalinn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

26min
Bus - 1414
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Borgarspítalinn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Borgarspítalinn
  • 2
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Grandi
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grensás
    ID GRENSÁ5
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    17 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 Borgarspítalinn to Askja

The distance between Borgarspítalinn, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 4.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 17 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Borgarspítalinn 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 Borgarspítalinn to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Borgarspítalinn to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Borgarspítalinn) 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 Borgarspítalinn to Askja by bus via 14 and 15

To get from Borgarspítalinn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 14 bus from Borgarspítalinn 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 26 min. The bus schedule from Borgarspítalinn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

26min
Bus - 1414
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Borgarspítalinn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Borgarspítalinn
  • 2
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Grandi
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grensás
    ID GRENSÁ5
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    17 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 Borgarspítalinn to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 17 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line 15.

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

    The alternative route takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 14, Bus line 15.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 17 min.

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

    The 18 bus line goes from Borgarspítalinn station near Borgarspítalinn to Hlemmur station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hlemmur station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Borgarspítalinn and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 17 min.

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

    Get on the 18 bus from the Borgarspítalinn stop near Borgarspítalinn in Reykjavík.

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

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

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