Transfer from Reykjavik Airport to Selfoss

The journey from Reykjavik Airport follows Route 1 southbound, passing through the suburban areas of Kjalarnes and Mosfellsbær before entering the geothermal landscape around Hveragerði, known locally as Steam Valley. You'll cross lava fields dotted with moss and pass the famous Blue Lagoon area, then continue on a well-maintained divided highway into Selfoss town. The drive typically takes 56 minutes under normal conditions, though arrival timing can push toward 70 minutes during peak tourist season when traffic clusters around the Blue Lagoon junction.

Your driver meets you at the arrivals baggage-hall exit of your landing terminal at Reykjavik Airport, holding a name sign, with a free 60-minute wait included if your flight is delayed. The road is open year-round, though winter conditions between November and March can occasionally add 10–15 minutes; summer traffic in July and August peaks between 11:00 and 17:00. Selfoss town sits at the confluence of the Ölfusá river and serves as a gateway to South Iceland, with drop-off available at your hotel, accommodation, or a specific business address in town.

Unlike public buses—which require a 50-minute journey plus transfers and cost $14–21 per ticket—or street taxis with unpredictable pricing and wait times, a pre-booked private transfer guarantees a direct door-to-door journey with no transfers, no luggage handling by you, and fixed transparent pricing. The bus network (Strætó) runs hourly but departs from the town-centre station, adding 20+ minutes of navigation after arrival; taxis from the airport often surge in price during peak hours and offer no real-time flight tracking. Your transfer price includes all road taxes and fees, with no hidden charges or tolls to settle separately.