How to get from Skógartorg to Askja by bus?

By bus

To get from Skógartorg to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 55 bus from Bogabraut 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 18 min.

78min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Bogabraut

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bogabraut
    ID BOGABRA
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    35 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
    650 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 55, 21 and 3

To get from Skógartorg to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 55 bus from Bogabraut station to Fjörður station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 21 bus and finally take the 3 bus from Mjódd station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min.

97min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 2121
Bus - 33
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Bogabraut

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bogabraut
    ID BOGABRA
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    35 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Mjódd
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mjódd
    ID MJÓDD
    27 min
  • 6
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Hlemmur
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    12 min
  • 8
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    650 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Skógartorg to Askja

The distance between Skógartorg, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 48.12 km, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skógartorg to Askja by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Reykjavík – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Skógartorg

Skógartorg is located at Skógartorg, Reykjavík and the nearest public transit station is Bogabraut.

Bus stations close to Skógartorg:

  • Bogabraut
  • Skógarbraut
  • Keilir

Public transit stations close to Askja, Reykjavík

Askja is located at Sturlugata 7, Reykjavík and the nearest public transit station is Háskólatorg.

Bus stations close to Askja:

  • Háskólatorg
  • Háskólabíó
  • Reykjavíkurflugvöllur

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 55, 21 and 3

To get from Skógartorg to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 55 bus from Bogabraut station to Fjörður station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 21 bus and finally take the 3 bus from Mjódd station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min.

97min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5555
Bus - 2121
Bus - 33
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Bogabraut

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bogabraut
    ID BOGABRA
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    Fjörður
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fjörður
    ID FJÖRÐUR
    35 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Mjódd
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mjódd
    ID MJÓDD
    27 min
  • 6
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Hlemmur
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    12 min
  • 8
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    650 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 55, Bus line 1.

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

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 55, Bus line 21, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Skógartorg and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Skógartorg to Askja?

    The 55 bus line goes from Bogabraut station near Skógartorg in Reykjanesbær to Fjörður station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Askja station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Skógartorg in Reykjanesbær and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 1 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the 55 bus from the Bogabraut stop near Skógartorg in Reykjanesbær.

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

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

  • When is the first bus from Skógartorg to Askja?

    The first bus from Skógartorg in Reykjanesbær to Askja in Reykjavík is Umferðarmiðstöðin - KEF - Airport. It leaves the Bogabraut stop at 6:42 AM.

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