How to get from Reynisvatn to Askja by bus?

From Reynisvatn to Askja by bus

To get from Reynisvatn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 18 bus from Reynisvatn 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 42 min.

42min
Bus - 1818
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Reynisvatn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Reynisvatn
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    14 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Reynisvatn to Askja by bus via 18 and 6

To get from Reynisvatn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 18 bus from Reynisvatn 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 38 min.

38min
Bus - 1818
Bus - 66
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Reynisvatn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Reynisvatn
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    14 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
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Public transit directions from Reynisvatn to Askja

The distance between Reynisvatn, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 14.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Reynisvatn 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 Reynisvatn

Reynisvatn is located at Reynisvatn, Reykjavík and the nearest public transit station is Kristnibraut / Prestastígur.

Bus stations close to Reynisvatn:

  • Kristnibraut / Prestastígur
  • Gvendargeisli / Þórðarsveigur
  • Gvendargeisli / Sæmundarsel

Public transit stations close to Askja, Reykjavík

Askja is located at Sturlugata 7, Reykjavík and the nearest public transit station is Suðurgata / Hjarðarhagi.

Bus stations close to Askja:

  • Suðurgata / Hjarðarhagi
  • Stúdentagarðar
  • Háskóli Íslands

Related Routes

Alternative route from Reynisvatn to Askja by bus via 18 and 6

To get from Reynisvatn to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 18 bus from Reynisvatn 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 38 min.

38min
Bus - 1818
Bus - 66
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Reynisvatn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Reynisvatn
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ártún
    ID VESTUR1
    14 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line 15.

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

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line 6.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Reynisvatn and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 42 min.

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

    Get on the 18 bus from the Hlemmur stop near Reynisvatn in Reykjavík.

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

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

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