Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar: road conditions today
The drive from Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar is 182.9 km and takes about 2h 33m in normal conditions. Right now, conditions add delays — plan for 2h 56m. Highland 4x4 route to geothermal pools and rhyolite mountains.
Warning: 3 sections of this route are currently closed or impassable: Landmannaleið: Hekla - Landmannahellir, Landmannaleið: Landmannahellir - Fjallabak N, Fjallabaksleið nyrðri: Sigalda - Landmannalaugar. Check alternatives before driving.
Fuel cost for this drive
Season
Fuel
14 L at current average prices…
Compact SUV: e.g. Dacia Duster, Kia Sportage, Toyota RAV4. One-way drive of 183 km, priced at the live country-wide average from all fuel stations.
Consumption figures are estimates averaged from Iceland’s most common rental cars — your vehicle may differ, so adjust the L/100 km value to match. Winter driving in Iceland typically uses 10–20% more fuel than summer.
Common questions about this drive
- How long is the drive from Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar?
- The drive is 182.9 km and takes about 2h 33m in normal conditions. Current conditions add delays — plan for about 2h 56m right now.
- Is the road from Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar open today?
- Not fully — 3 sections are currently closed or impassable (Landmannaleið: Hekla - Landmannahellir, Landmannaleið: Landmannahellir - Fjallabak N, Fjallabaksleið nyrðri: Sigalda - Landmannalaugar). Check alternatives before driving.
- Do I need a 4x4 to drive to Landmannalaugar?
- Yes — reaching Landmannalaugar involves F-road access, which legally requires a 4x4 vehicle in Iceland.