How to get from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja by bus?

From Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja by bus

To get from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 3 bus from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki station to Mjódd station. Next, take the 3 bus from Mjódd station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The bus schedule from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

30min
Bus - 33
Bus - 33
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Mjódd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mjódd
    ID MJÓDD
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja

The distance between Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 9.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki 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 Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja

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

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki and Askja in Reykjavík?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja in Reykjavík?

    The 3 bus line goes from Mjódd station near Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Háskóli Íslands station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Háskóli Íslands station near Askja in Reykjavík.

  • How long does it take to travel from Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to Askja in Reykjavík by bus?

    The total travel time between Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki and Askja in Reykjavík by bus is about 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki to get to Askja in Reykjavík?

    Get on the 3 bus from the Mjódd stop near Vesturhólar / Höfðabakki in Reykjavík.

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

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

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