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Skaftafell
Skaftafell is served by 1 route: 52. Route 52 runs on weekdays, with the first bus at 19:23 and the last at 19:23. Weekend departures begin at 19:23.
Select Line Departures
| Kl. | Mán - Fim / Weekdays | Föstudagar & Laugardagar / Sat | Sunnudagar / Sun |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | - | - | - |
| 19 | 23 | - | 23 |
| 20 | - | - | - |
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🏔️ About This Location
South Iceland
South Iceland is the country's most-visited region outside the capital, home to the classic South Coast route past waterfalls, glaciers, and black sand beaches between Selfoss and Höfn.
📍 toward the east of South Iceland.
- Classic South Coast route
- Waterfalls (Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss)
- Glacier tongues
- Black sand beaches
Local Tip
This is Iceland's busiest tourist corridor outside Reykjavík — expect more visitor traffic than in other rural regions.
South Coast
Waterfalls
Glaciers
Popular Route
🏔️ Nearby Sights
Notable places within about 40 km — shown as straight-line (air) distance, not travel distance
Svartifoss
0.5 km away (air distance)
The walk from the Skaftafell visitor centre is roughly 1.5 kilometres each way, uphill, and takes around 45 minutes one way. Wear good shoes, since parts of the path are steep, and bring layers. The trail also passes two smaller waterfalls, and there are longer hikes available from the same point if you want to explore further.
Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon
29 km away (air distance)
The lagoon was formed as Fjallsjökull, an outlet glacier of the Öræfajökull ice cap, retreated and left behind a basin of meltwater. It lies at the foot of Öræfajökull, which includes Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland's highest peak. The lagoon is growing as the glacier shrinks, and the shoreline changes from year to year.
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
36 km away (air distance)
The lagoon has grown rapidly since the glacier started retreating in the 20th century, and it is now one of the deepest lakes in Iceland. A short channel connects it to the Atlantic, so seawater flows in and out with the tides. This mix of fresh and salt water attracts fish and, in turn, seals and seabirds.
🚶 Nearby Stops
Other stops within a short walk of here
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What buses stop at Skaftafell?
It is served by 1 route: 52 (Reykjavík -> Höfn í Hornafirði).
What time is the first and last bus at Skaftafell?
On Route 52, the first weekday bus from this stop is at 19:23, and the last is at 19:23. Check the live timetable above for the full schedule, including weekends and other routes.
Is Skaftafell a city stop or a countryside stop?
It is classified as a countryside stop, located in South Iceland.
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