Airport to City Transfer

Public Transport in Reykjavík

• Strætó Buses: Reykjavík’s bus network covers the entire city. You can buy tickets and check real-time arrivals via the mobile app. Single rides cost around 600 ISK, and there are also 24-hour passes and discounted fares for children.
• Reykjavík City Card: Includes unlimited bus rides, entry to most museums, and access to all public swimming pools. Great value for visitors staying two days or more, available in 24/48/72-hour durations.
• Walking: Most central attractions are clustered along the main street area and can be easily explored on foot. It takes about twenty minutes to walk from the cathedral to the harbour, and you can see the main sights without using public transport.

Ring Road & Inter-city Travel

• Ring Road (Route 1): This approximately 1,330-km circular route around the island is mostly a two-lane asphalt road with a speed limit of 90 km/h. A leisurely self-drive takes about 7–10 days in summer. Driving clockwise keeps the ocean views on your right, making it easier to stop for sightseeing.
• Inland Highlands (F Roads): These highland routes are only accessible by 4x4 vehicles and are generally open from late June to early September. River crossings are off-limits to regular cars.
• Domestic Flights: Flights from Reykjavík to Akureyri or Ísafjörður take about 50 minutes, offering a time-saving alternative. They are a more reliable option than long road trips during winter.
• Inter-city Buses: Limited service with some routes suspended in winter. Travellers without a car are advised to join guided tours or book private transfers.

Self-Driving Tips

• Gas stations are mainly operated by N1 and Orkan. For self-service, insert your card for pre-authorisation before fueling. Ensure you have enough credit limit.
• On single-lane bridges, yield to oncoming traffic. Using headlights 24/7 is legally required year-round.
• For winter driving, choose a vehicle with studded tyres. Postpone your trip if a yellow or higher-level storm warning is issued—never drive in severe conditions.
• Check road conditions and weather forecasts daily before setting out using the official websites vedur.is (weather) and road.is (road status).
• Ferries only serve the Westman Islands and the Westfjords—they’re not needed for a typical Ring Road trip and don’t require advance booking.
• Cycling the Ring Road is only suitable for highly experienced long-distance cyclists due to strong winds and few resupply points. Not recommended for most tourists.
• Taxis in Iceland are very expensive—even short urban trips often exceed 5,000 ISK. Use public transport whenever possible.