🚏 Bus Stop

Álfabrekka

Álfabrekka is served by 2 routes: 4, 35. Route 4 runs on weekdays roughly every 15 minutes, with the first bus at 00:12 and the last at 23:42. Weekend service starts a little later — 00:12 on Saturdays and 09:42 on Sundays.

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Region
Breiðholt (North)
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Stop Type
City Stop
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Stop ID
10000850
Select Line Departures
Kl. Mán - Fim / Weekdays Föstudagar & Laugardagar / Sat Sunnudagar / Sun
00 12 12 -
05 - - -
06 42 57 - -
07 12 27 42 57 42 -
08 12 27 42 12 42 -
09 12 42 12 42 42
10 12 42 12 42 12 42
11 12 42 12 42 12 42
12 12 42 12 42 12 42
13 12 42 57 12 42 12 42
14 12 27 42 57 12 42 12 42
15 12 27 42 57 12 42 12 42
16 12 27 42 57 12 42 12 42
17 12 27 42 57 12 42 12 42
18 12 42 12 42 12 42
19 12 42 12 42 12 42
20 12 42 12 42 12 42
21 12 42 12 42 12 42
22 12 42 12 42 12 42
23 12 42 12 42 12 42

🚌 Routes Served

2 routes at this stop — city bus services

4
Skúlagata -> Mjódd
City route
Frequency: 15 min peak / 30 min off-peak · Operating hours: 06:30–23:30 daily

💡 Use Route 4 to reach Smáralind, one of Iceland's largest shopping malls, in Kópavogur.

Stop 19 of 51 on this route.
← Previous stop: Þverbrekka
Next stop: Efstihjalli →
35
Engihjalli -> Hamraborg
City route
Frequency: 30–60 min · Operating hours: 06:30–23:00 daily

💡 Route 35 is a one-way Kópavogur loop — pair it with Route 36 which runs in the opposite direction.

Stop 17 of 28 on this route.
← Previous stop: Þverbrekka
Next stop: Efstihjalli →

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🏔️ About This Location

Breiðholt (North)

Northern Breiðholt sits just south of the Elliðaár river valley, close to Mjódd — the largest transit hub in Iceland — making stops here a practical connection point between city and countryside routes.

📍 toward the north-west of Breiðholt (North).

  • Close to Mjódd terminal
  • Elliðaárdalur river valley
  • Large residential district
  • Mix of apartments & green space
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Local Tip

The Elliðaárdalur river valley path runs along the edge of this district and is a nice green walking route.

Residential Transit Hub Nearby River Valley

🏔️ Nearby Sights

Notable places within about 40 km — shown as straight-line (air) distance, not travel distance

Sky Lagoon 2 km away (air distance)

It's best to book ahead, particularly for evening and summer slots, and you should plan on two to three hours. The lagoon is a short drive or bus ride from central Reykjavík, which makes it a convenient alternative to the Blue Lagoon, especially if you are not heading toward the airport. Sunset sessions are especially atmospheric.

Árbæjarsafn Open-Air Museum 3 km away (air distance)

The museum, part of the Reykjavík City Museum, began collecting buildings that were threatened by redevelopment in the city centre. Instead of demolishing them, they were moved here and restored. Together they give a vivid sense of how Reykjavík grew from a small fishing and farming settlement into a modern capital over the past two centuries.

Perlan 3 km away (air distance)

Plan two to three hours if you want to see the exhibits as well as the observation deck. Booking tickets in advance is wise in summer. Afterwards, the woodland trails on Öskjuhlíð hill are great for a short walk, and Nauthólsvík geothermal beach is just a few minutes away. In winter, wear warm layers for the ice cave.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What buses stop at Álfabrekka?

It is served by 2 routes: 4 (Skúlagata -> Mjódd), 35 (Engihjalli -> Hamraborg).

What time is the first and last bus at Álfabrekka?

On Route 4, the first weekday bus from this stop is at 00:12, and the last is at 23:42. Check the live timetable above for the full schedule, including weekends and other routes.

Is Álfabrekka a city stop or a countryside stop?

It is classified as a city stop, located in Breiðholt (North).

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