How to get from Harpa to Perlan by bus?

From Harpa to Perlan by bus

To get from Harpa to Perlan in Reykjavík, take the 12 bus from Stjórnarráðið station to Hlemmur station. Next, take the 18 bus from Hlemmur station to Perlan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The bus schedule from Harpa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Perlan on the Moovit app.

20min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Bus - 1818
Walk to Perlan
Leaves from Stjórnarráðið

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stjórnarráðið
    ID HVERFI3
    500 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Breiðhöfði / Ártún
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hlemmur
    ID HLEMMUR
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Spöngin
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Perlan
    ID BÚSTAÐ3
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Perlan
    Walk to
    Perlan
    Varmahlíð
    440 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Harpa to Perlan

The distance between Harpa, Reykjavík and Perlan, Reykjavík is approximately 4.06 km, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harpa to Perlan by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Reykjavík – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Harpa to Perlan

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

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 18.

  • Is there a direct bus between Harpa and Perlan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Harpa to Perlan?

    The 12 bus line goes from Stjórnarráðið station near Harpa in Ísland to Hlemmur station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hlemmur station near Perlan in Reykjavík.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harpa to Perlan by bus?

    The total travel time between Harpa in Ísland and Perlan in Reykjavík by bus is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Harpa to get to Perlan?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Stjórnarráðið stop near Harpa in Ísland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Harpa and Perlan?

    Get off the bus at the Hlemmur stop, which is closest to Perlan in Reykjavík.

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