Ferries

Vestmannaeyjar waits for you! The Herjólfur ferry has been in use since july 2019. It carries up to 540 passengers and approximatelt 75 vehicles. The ferry is hybrid and aims to improve the enviroment towards a greener future.
On board the ferry you can take a seat in the cafeteria and enjoy a variety of refreshments.

Sailing with Herjólfur is a low-cost, compartable and enjoyable way to travel to Vestmannaeyjar. The route from Landeyjahöfn is interesting and the scenery is unlike anything you have ever seen.

Herjólfur sails 7 trips per day between Landeyjahöfn and Vestmannaeyjar. See our website for schedule aswell as our prices.

For further information contact Herjólfur office by telephone +354 4812800 or by email herjolfur@herjolfur.is

Sailing around Breiðafjörður's innumerable islands, the ever-so popular Viking Sushi Adventure Voyage offers a glimpse of the fjord's fairytale-like-scenery: variegated rock faces, areas of historical interest, along with the strongest ocean currents anywhere on Iceland's coasts. Birds, fresh seashell samplers, Breiðafjörður's innumerable islands, a taste of history and unforgettable adventures. 

Smyril Line owns and runs the ferry Norröna, which sails between Seyðisfjörður in Iceland, Torshavn in the Faroe Islands and Hirtshals in Denmark. The ferry transports passengers, vehicles and cargo. The travel agency sells customized tours, which e.g. include transportation with Norröna and hotel accommodation in the Faroe Islands.

The company also has an office in Reykjavik located at Kletthals 1, 110 Reykjavik

Viðey Ferry

Viðey Island is a unique site that combines history, art and nature. It is only a few minutes away from the city by boat and is well known for its tranquility and the spirit of bygone centuries.
Elding Adventure at Sea runs the ferry to Viðey Island for the city of Reykjavík. The island holds a special place in the heart of Icelanders and foreign visitors are always understanding better what the island has to offer. It is a natural treasure in the heart of Reykjavík, a perfect place for individuals, friends and families wanting to enjoy a relaxing but also adventurous getaway from city life.

On Viðey Island you can enjoy the beautiful unspoiled nature, the island’s various artworks, learn about its interesting history, sit down for a picnic or enjoy nice refreshments in Viðeyjarstofa café, bistro and restaurant. The ferry runs all year round, and each season has its own charm.

Skarfabakki is the main departure point for the Viðey ferry. It’s about 4.5 km walk from the Downtown tourist information centre, passing many points of interest
on the shoreline. It is also connected by city bus n°5 departing from Hlemmur bus station. Skarfabakki is also one of the stops on the Hop On - Hop Off City Sightseeing Bus route.
Tickets are available at the ticket office in Skarfabakki before departure and at Elding’s ticket office in Reykjavík’s old harbour.

Ferry schedule 

Please order space for cars on the ferry in advance.

Seatours also offers the Unique Adventure tour, Gourmet Tours for groups and various private tours.

Borea Adventures is a fully licensed adventure and wildlife guiding company based in Ísafjörður.

Borea offers guided multi day tours in the Nature Reserve where guests overnight in tents, our private base camp in Hornvík bay or at the abandoned farmhouse in Kvíar.

 Borea Adventures also offers a great variety of day tours from Ísafjörður, 2-6 hours kayak tours in the peaceful fjords in the area and hiking trips suitable for most people. Borea can also customize tours for private groups of different sizes.

 Borea is also highly recognized for their amazing ski tours in the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve and in the mountains around Ísafjörður.

 The Company owns an runs the Bjarnarnes ferry boat, an 18 passengers speed boat on scheduled and private trips to Hornstrandir Nature Reserve.

 Borea Adventures tours are guided by experienced local guides that insure that everyone leaves with smiles on their faces and stories to tell. 

We are located on the coast of the Northern Fjords. There is a small village in a beautiful environment with the unique swimming pool, the Krossneslaug, which is located down on the beach overlooking the ocean.

Reykjarfjörður is facing Drangajökull, the northernmost glacier and hot springs waters, which are running into the swimming pool. In the ocean and on the rocks you can see the life of seals.

Here you can find hot springs waters in unspoiled nature that can open a world of magic and trolls in a new way.

publictransport.is

To find detailed information on public transport in Iceland (by bus, by ferry, or by plane) please visit www.publictransport.is . 

Other helpful websites include:

Bus: Strætó: Click here  

Air:

• Icelandair: Click here  
• Eagle Air / Ernir: Click here 

Ferries:

• Herjólfur (Landeyjahöfn-Vestmannaeyjar): Click here
• Baldur: (Stykkihólmur-Flatey-Brjánslækur):Click here
• Sæfari (Dalvík-Hrísey, Dalvík-Grímsey):Click here
• Sævar (Árskógssandur-Hrísey): Click here 

 The regional information websites also offer good tips on traveling and public transport: 

Reykjavík: Click here 

Reykjanes:  Click here  

West Iceland: Click here   

Westfjords: Click here  

North Iceland: Click here  

East Iceland:  Click here  

South Iceland: Click here 

* June 1 - August 31: Mondays - Wednesdays - Thursdays - Fridays - Sundays

Departure from Dalvík at 9.00 with arrival in Grímsey at 12.00 - the stop in Grímsey is of different length depending on the day. Most days the stop is 4 or 5 hours and then there is either a departure from Grímsey at 16 or 17.00, with arrival in Dalvík 19.00/20.00. On Thursdays the stop is shorter (2 hours) Arriving Dalvík at 17.00

* May 15-31 & September 1-30: Mondays - Wednesdays - Thursdays - Fridays

Departure from Dalvík at 9.00 with arrival in Grímsey at 12.00 - the stop in Grímsey is 4 hours every day except Thursdays, when it is 2 hours. Departure from Grímsey at 16, except Thursdays at 14.00 with arrival in Dalvík at 19.00/17.00.

* October 1-January 14: Mondays - Wednesdays - Fridays

Departure from Dalvík at 9.00 with arrival in Grímsey at 12.00 - the stop in Grímsey is two hours. Departure from Grímsey at 14.00 and arrive in Dalvík at 17.00

* January 15-May 14: Mondays - Wednesdays - Thursdays - Fridays

Departure from Dalvík at 9.00 with arrival in Grímsey at 12.00 - the stop in Grímsey is two hours. Departure from Grímsey at 14.00 and arrive in Dalvík at 17.00

Operated all year: Landflutningar Samskip operates the Grímsey Ferry Sæfari. 
Agents:
Landflutningar-Samskip, Ránarbraut 2b, 620 Dalvík, sími: 458-8977
Hvammur hf, Hólabraut 2, 630 Hrísey, sími: 466-1788 
Búðin, 611 Grímsey, sími: 467-3102 

Transportation to and from the ferry

Bus no. 78 departs from Akureyri every weekday at 08.10 with arrival in Dalvík at 08.51 (according to the 2023 plan, see also www.straeto.is). The bus stop in Dalvík is by the local Olís gas station and from there you walk to the harbour approx. 650 meters or about 10 min walk. Sometimes you can ask the driver to stop closer to the dock if it's suitable to the driver (it is not on the schedule).

Note it is a very short time between the arrival of the bus and the departure of the ferry (ferry leaves at 9.00)!

There is no public transport available when arriving from Grímsey. Passengers can order a taxi from Dalvík Taxi on phone 8920808 or email olivermidlarinn@gmail.com. Price (2023): Dalvík - Akureyri is approx. ISK 15,000 (the car seats 8 persons).

There is plenty of parking at the port of Dalvík and they are free of charge.

The way to Flatey Island and the Westfjords

Ferry Baldur daily crosses Breidafjörður Bay between Stykkishólmur on the Snæfellsnes peninsula and Brjánslækur in the north of Iceland. A ferry trip shortens the route between the south and mid-west of the country and the West Fjords region. It gives you also the opportunity to experience a floating restaurant. During the summer months there are two departures daily; see summer schedule. Over the summer many visitors choose to visit the beautiful charming island of Flatey, renowned for its birdlife. It's popular to take the morning ferry from Stykkishólmur and return in the evening or continue on to Brjánslækur. For those traveling by car it is possible to send the car across the bay, whole stopping in Flatey (without extra charge).
Note that limited stops are in Flatey Island during the winter.
Please order space for cars on the ferry in advance.
Seatours also offers the Unique Adventure tour, Tourmet Tours for groups and various private tours

From Hrísey                        From Árskógssandur

        07.00                                             07.20       

        09.00                                             09.30

        11.00                                             11.30                                                 

        13.00                                             13.30

        15.00                                             15.30

        17.00                                             17.30

        19.00                                             19.30

        21.00                                             21.30

        23.00 ****                                      23.30 ***

*** June 1st – August 31st 

From September 1st - May 31st you must order the ferry at 23.00 for it to be on schedule. 

On Saturdaymornings you must order the ferry at 07:00 for it to be on schedule

On Sundays you must order the ferry at 09:00 for it to be on schedule

                                       Attention : there is no ferry at 07:00 on Sundays and holidays.  

Price for ferries on order:

Adults - 1500 isk and  12-15 years – 750 isk

Ferry phonenumber – to order : (+354) 695 5544.