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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Akureyri to Skaftafell

Composite routes from Akureyri to Skaftafell

Cheapest
7 h 33 min
Car
557 km.
from $30
Other
14 h 13 min
192 km.
from $289.83
8 h 37 min
Bus, Plane
191 km.
from $229.08
10 h 42 min
Bus, Plane
191 km.
from $285.60

Transport providers

Airlines

Icelandair

Website:
icelandair.com/
Plane from Akureyri Airport to Reykjavik
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$304.35

Norlandair

Website:
norlandair.is/
Plane from Akureyri Airport to Vopnafjörður
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$10.87–$217.39

Bus operators

Strætó

Phone:
+354 540 2700
Email:
Website:
straeto.is/
Bus from Akureyri - Hof to Mjódd
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43
Bus from Mjódd E to Selfoss
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Bus from Selfoss - N1 to Vík
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$42.39
Bus from Vík í Mýrdal to Skaftafell
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.61–$45.65
Bus from Bsí to Selfoss
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell?

The cheapest way to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell is to drive which costs $119.57 - $184.78 and takes 7h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell?

The fastest way to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell is to drive which takes 7h 37m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Akureyri and Skaftafell?

No, there is no direct bus from Akureyri to Skaftafell. However, there are services departing from Akureyri - Hof and arriving at Skaftafell via Mjódd E, Selfoss - N1 and Vík í Mýrdal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Akureyri to Skaftafell?

The distance between Akureyri and Skaftafell is 745 km. The road distance is 558.1 km.

How do I travel from Akureyri to Skaftafell without a car?

The best way to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell without a car is to bus which takes 14h 13m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell?

It takes approximately 14h 13m to get from Akureyri to Skaftafell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akureyri to Skaftafell bus from?

Akureyri to Skaftafell bus services, operated by Strætó, depart from Akureyri - Hof station.

Where does the Akureyri to Skaftafell bus arrive?

Akureyri to Skaftafell bus services, operated by Strætó, arrive at Mjódd E station.

Can I drive from Akureyri to Skaftafell?

Yes, the driving distance between Akureyri to Skaftafell is 558 km. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Akureyri to Skaftafell.

Where can I stay near Skaftafell?

There are seven+ hotels available in Skaftafell. Prices start at $1 per night.
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