How to get from Vatnsholt to Askja by bus?

From Vatnsholt to Askja by bus

To get from Vatnsholt to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 1 bus from Vatnsholt station to Miðstöð station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 55 bus and finally take the 1 bus from Fjörður station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min. The bus schedule from Vatnsholt may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

108min
Bus - 11
Bus - 5555
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Vatnsholt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Vatnsholt
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Miðstöð
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Miðstöð
    ID KROSSMÓ
    19 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    39 min
  • 6
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    23 min
  • 8
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Vatnsholt to Askja by bus via 55 and 1

To get from Vatnsholt to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 55 bus from Hringbraut / Norðurtún station to Fjörður station. Next, take the 1 bus from Fjörður station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The bus schedule from Vatnsholt may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

94min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Hringbraut / Norðurtún

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hringbraut / Norðurtún
    ID HRING14
    950 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    45 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vatnsholt to Askja

The distance between Vatnsholt, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 57.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vatnsholt 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 Vatnsholt to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Vatnsholt to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Vatnsholt) 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 Vatnsholt to Askja by bus via 55 and 1

To get from Vatnsholt to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 55 bus from Hringbraut / Norðurtún station to Fjörður station. Next, take the 1 bus from Fjörður station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The bus schedule from Vatnsholt may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

94min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Hringbraut / Norðurtún

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hringbraut / Norðurtún
    ID HRING14
    950 m • 13 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    45 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 55, Bus line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 55, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vatnsholt and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vatnsholt to Askja?

    The 1 bus line goes from Miðstöð station near Vatnsholt in Reykjanesbær to Fjörður station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Fjörður station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Vatnsholt in Reykjanesbær and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 1 hr 48 min.

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

    Get on the 1 bus from the Miðstöð stop near Vatnsholt in Reykjanesbær.

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

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

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