How to travel from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island, Iceland

The distance between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island is around 412km (256 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island by bus, ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Heimaey IslandGoðafoss Waterfall if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Akureyri (AEY) to Vestmannaeyjar (VEY).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ISK 14,845($105)
Operated by

Icelandair

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Mjódd and then to Landeyjahöfn then take a ferry to Vestmannaeyjar.

  • Duration10hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ISK 16,370($120)
Operated by

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island

There are several options for getting from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island by bus, ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ISK 14,845 ($105) and will take around 2h 35m.

The distance between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island is around 412km (256 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 282km (175 miles)

It takes around 10hrs to get from Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island by bus and ferry.

The quickest way to get from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ISK 14,845 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island is to fly which will typically cost around ISK 14,845 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island. We recommend that you fly from Akureyri (AEY) to Vestmannaeyjar (VEY). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island. We recommend that you fly from Akureyri (AEY) to Vestmannaeyjar (VEY). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island. Flights depart from Akureyri (AEY) and arrive at Vestmannaeyjar (VEY) - via Reykjavik (RKV). The flight takes around 1hr.

There is no direct flight from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island. There is however a flight that goes via Reykjavik (RKV). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island typically takes around 1hr. Flights depart from Akureyri (AEY) and and arrive into Vestmannaeyjar (VEY).

The closest major airport to Heimaey Island is Reykjavik Airport (RKV) (RKV) which is approximately 113km (70 miles) from Heimaey Island. Keflavík International Airport (KEF) (KEF) and Akureyri Airport (AEY) (AEY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island. We recommend that you take the bus to Mjódd and then to Landeyjahöfn then take a ferry to Vestmannaeyjar. instead which will take 10hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island is to take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 10hrs and will usually cost around ISK 16,370 ($120).

How do I get from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island

Transport options from Goðafoss Waterfall to Heimaey Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 35m
ISK 14,845($105)
every 20 mins412km (256 miles)
Plane, Bus and Ferry4h 40m
ISK 27,050($195)
twice a week481km (299 miles)
Bus and Ferry
10hrs
ISK 16,370($120)
once daily601km (374 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Goðafoss Waterfall and Heimaey Island

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Airports near Heimaey Island

The following major airports near Heimaey Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Iceland and internationally.

RKV
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Heimaey Island
KEF
Keflavík International Airport (KEF)
International Airport
Distance
132km (82 miles) from Heimaey Island
AEY
Akureyri Airport (AEY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
269km (167 miles) from Heimaey Island