How to get from Þorlákshöfn to Askja by bus?

From Þorlákshöfn to Askja by bus

To get from Þorlákshöfn to Askja in Reykjavík, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 71 bus from Þorlákshöfn station to Hveragerði - Shell station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 51 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 57 min. The bus schedule from Þorlákshöfn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

117min
Bus - 7171
Bus - 5151
Bus - 33
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Þorlákshöfn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Þorlákshöfn
  • 2
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    Hveragerði - Shell
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hveragerði - Shell
    ID HVERAGE
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Mjódd
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mjódd
    ID MJÓDD
    37 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
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Þorlákshöfn to Askja

The distance between Þorlákshöfn, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 68.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 117 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Þorlákshöfn 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 Þorlákshöfn to Askja

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 117 minutes, using Bus line 71, Bus line 51, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Þorlákshöfn and Askja?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Þorlákshöfn to Askja?

    The 71 bus line goes from Hveragerði - Shell station near Þorlákshöfn in Ölfushreppur to Mjódd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mjódd station near Askja in Reykjavík.

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

    The total travel time between Þorlákshöfn in Ölfushreppur and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 1 hr 57 min.

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

    Get on the 71 bus from the Hveragerði - Shell stop near Þorlákshöfn in Ölfushreppur.

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

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

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