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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Skaftafell to Akureyri

Composite routes from Skaftafell to Akureyri

Cheapest
7 h 35 min
Car
559 km.
from $30
Other
14 h 5 min
192 km.
from $287.52
10 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
192 km.
from $352.39

Transport providers

Airlines

Icelandair

Website:
icelandair.com/
Plane from Reykjavik to Akureyri
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$355.72

Bus operators

Strætó

Phone:
+354 540 2700
Email:
Website:
straeto.is/
Bus from Skaftafell to Vík
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.11–$53.36
Bus from Vík í Mýrdal to Selfoss
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.57–$49.55
Bus from Selfoss - N1 to Mjódd
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.25–$22.87
Bus from Mjódd E to Akureyri
Ave. Duration:
6h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.99–$152.45

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Skaftafell to Akureyri is to drive which costs $119.57 - $184.78 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skaftafell to Akureyri is to drive which takes 7h 36m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Skaftafell and Akureyri?

No, there is no direct bus from Skaftafell to Akureyri. However, there are services departing from Skaftafell and arriving at Akureyri - Hof via Vík í Mýrdal, Selfoss - N1 and Mjódd E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.

How far is it from Skaftafell to Akureyri?

The distance between Skaftafell and Akureyri is 744 km. The road distance is 557.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Skaftafell to Akureyri without a car is to bus which takes 14h 5m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 14h 5m to get from Skaftafell to Akureyri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skaftafell to Akureyri bus from?

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

Where does the Skaftafell to Akureyri bus arrive?

Skaftafell to Akureyri bus services, operated by Strætó, arrive at Vík í Mýrdal station.

Can I drive from Skaftafell to Akureyri?

Yes, the driving distance between Skaftafell to Akureyri is 558 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Skaftafell to Akureyri.

Where can I stay near Akureyri?

There are 159+ hotels available in Akureyri. Prices start at $61.53 per night.
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