How to get from Egilshöll to Askja by bus?

From Egilshöll to Askja by bus

To get from Egilshöll to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 6 bus from Egilshöll station to Spöngin station. Next, take the 6 bus from Spöngin station to Háskóli Íslands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The bus schedule from Egilshöll may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

42min
Bus - 66
Bus - 66
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Egilshöll

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Egilshöll
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Spöngin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Spöngin
    ID SPÖNG1
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Hlemmur
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Háskóli Íslands
    ID HRINGB5
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Egilshöll to Askja by bus via 18 and 15

To get from Egilshöll to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 18 bus from Egilshöll station to Vesturlandsvegur / Viðarhöfði station. Next, take the 15 bus from Vesturlandsvegur / Viðarhöfði station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The bus schedule from Egilshöll may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

48min
Bus - 1818
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Egilshöll

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Egilshöll
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vesturlandsvegur / Viðarhöfði
    ID VESTU24
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Egilshöll to Askja

The distance between Egilshöll, Reykjavík and Askja, Reykjavík is approximately 14.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Egilshöll 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 Egilshöll to Askja

To check the bus schedule from Egilshöll to Askja using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Egilshöll) 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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Alternative route from Egilshöll to Askja by bus via 18 and 15

To get from Egilshöll to Askja in Reykjavík, take the 18 bus from Egilshöll station to Vesturlandsvegur / Viðarhöfði station. Next, take the 15 bus from Vesturlandsvegur / Viðarhöfði station to Íslensk Erfðagreining station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The bus schedule from Egilshöll may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Askja on the Moovit app.

48min
Bus - 1818
Bus - 1515
Walk to Askja
Leaves from Egilshöll

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Egilshöll
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Hlemmur
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vesturlandsvegur / Viðarhöfði
    ID VESTU24
    20 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Flyðrugrandi
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Íslensk Erfðagreining
    ID NJARÐAR
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Askja
    Walk to
    Askja
    Sturlugata 7
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 6, Bus line 6.

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

    The alternative route takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct bus between Egilshöll 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 Egilshöll to Askja in Reykjavík?

    The 6 bus line goes from Spöngin station near Egilshöll 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 Egilshöll to Askja in Reykjavík by bus?

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

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

    Get on the 6 bus from the Spöngin stop near Egilshöll in Reykjavík.

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

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

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