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How to get from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja by bus?

From Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja by bus

To get from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 4 bus from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka station to Hamraborg station. Next, take the 1 bus from Hamraborg station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The bus schedule from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

28min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka
    ID NÝBÝLA7
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hamraborg
    ID HAMRAB2
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja by bus via 36 and 1

To get from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 36 bus from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka station to Hamraborg station. Next, take the 1 bus from Hamraborg station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The bus schedule from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka
    ID NÝBÝLA7
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Hamraborg
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hamraborg
    ID HAMRAB2
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    10 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 Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja

The distance between Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 9.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka 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 Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka) 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.

Alternative route from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja by bus via 36 and 1

To get from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 36 bus from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka station to Hamraborg station. Next, take the 1 bus from Hamraborg station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The bus schedule from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka
    ID NÝBÝLA7
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Hamraborg
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hamraborg
    ID HAMRAB2
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    10 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 Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja?

    The alternative route takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 36, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja?

    The 4 bus line goes from Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka station near Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka in Kópavogur 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 Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to Askja by bus?

    The total travel time between Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka in Kópavogur and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka to get to Askja?

    Get on the 4 bus from the Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka stop near Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka in Kópavogur.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Nýbýlavegur / Álfabrekka and Askja?

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