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How to get from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja by bus?

From Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja by bus

To get from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 2 bus from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf 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 32 min. The bus schedule from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

32min
Bus - 22
Bus - 11
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 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

Alternative route from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja by bus via 2 and 15

To get from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 2 bus from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf station to Orkuhúsið station. Next, take the 15 bus from Orkuhúsið station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The bus schedule from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

45min
Bus - 22
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Orkuhúsið
    ID SUÐURL3
    26 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja

The distance between Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 14.09 km, which can typically be travelled in 32 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf 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 Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf) 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 Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja by bus via 2 and 15

To get from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 2 bus from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf station to Orkuhúsið station. Next, take the 15 bus from Orkuhúsið station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The bus schedule from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

45min
Bus - 22
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Orkuhúsið
    ID SUÐURL3
    26 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja?

    The fastest way takes 32 minutes, using Bus line 2, Bus line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja?

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 2, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja?

    The 2 bus line goes from Hlemmur station near Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf in Kópavogur to Hamraborg station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hamraborg station near Askja in Reykjavík.

  • How long does it take to travel from Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to Askja by bus?

    The total travel time between Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf in Kópavogur and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf to get to Askja?

    Get on the 2 bus from the Hlemmur stop near Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf in Kópavogur.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Vatnsendavegur / Akurhvarf and Askja?

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