Gullfoss Waterfall, Eastern Region Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from the Eastern Region, you will need to take Route 1 (the Ring Road) towards Reykjavík. Drive west on Route 1 for approximately 200 km. Look for the turnoff for Route 35 towards Gullfoss and Þingvellir National Park. Continue on Route 35 for about 10 km, and you will see signs for Gullfoss Waterfall. Follow the signs and you will arrive at the Gullfoss Nature Reserve parking area, where there is a small fee for parking (approximately ISK 700).

• Public Transportation

  To reach Gullfoss by public transportation, you can take a bus from towns in the Eastern Region (e.g., Egilsstaðir) to Reykjavík. From Reykjavík, you will need to transfer to a bus that goes to Gullfoss. The bus service to Gullfoss typically operates during the summer months, so check the schedules in advance. The total cost of the bus from Egilsstaðir to Reykjavík is around ISK 5,000, and the additional bus to Gullfoss will cost approximately ISK 3,000. Ensure you confirm the timings, as the buses may not run frequently.

• Tour Operator

  Another convenient option is to join a guided tour from Reykjavík that includes Gullfoss as part of its itinerary. Many tour operators offer day trips to Gullfoss, often combined with visits to nearby attractions like Geysir and Þingvellir. Prices for these tours generally range from ISK 10,000 to ISK 15,000 per person, depending on the inclusions. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak tourist seasons.