Höfn is primarily served by Hornafjörður Airport (HFN) for domestic flights, and it is a key location along Iceland's scenic Route 1. The town also has local bus stops and several car rental agencies.
Direct domestic flights connect Hornafjörður Airport (HFN) with Reykjavik (RKV), typically taking around 1 hour to 2 hours and 21 minutes, including transfers. These flights are operated by Icelandair and Norlandair, with estimated costs ranging from $120–180. International travelers would need to connect through Reykjavik, as Höfn does not have international flights.
Strætó operates bus services connecting Höfn to various parts of Iceland. A bus journey from Höfn to Reykjavik involves transfers (e.g., in Vík and Selfoss) and can take approximately 8 hours and 30 minutes, with fares between $120–170. Buses also run locally, for instance, a trip to Jökulsárlón is about 1 hour and costs $22–30. Services are more frequent in summer and limited in winter, with routes potentially affected by weather.
Driving to Höfn via Route 1 offers a flexible travel option. The drive from Reykjavik to Höfn covers a road distance of approximately 454.4 to 454.5 km and takes about 5 hours and 43-44 minutes. Estimated fuel costs for this drive are around $102–148. Car rental companies, including Hertz, Bílaleiga Akureyrar, and Avis, have agencies in Höfn. Renting a car in Iceland can be expensive, with a 10-day rental for a small car potentially costing around $1042 with insurance during peak season, or a station wagon for a week priced at $600-900. Fuel prices in Iceland are notably high, and it is advisable to book rentals and comprehensive insurance (including sand and ash protection) in advance.
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