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Make your way out of Iceland’s remote wilderness and back to the South Coast comfortably with this one-way Highland bus transfer from Thorsmork to Hella. With rugged terrain and glacial rivers between Thorsmork and the lowlands, traveling with a professional driver in a specialized vehicle on this 2-hour transfer ensures a stress-free ride out of the Highlands.
Your pick-up occurs at Langidalur or Basar basecamps in Thorsmork, two popular resting points for Highland trekkers. You can choose from two daily departure times depending on your schedule: 14:30 (2:30 PM) or 18:00 (6:00 PM) from Langidalur, and 14:45 (2:45 PM) or 18:15 (6:15 PM) from Basar.
After meeting your driver, you’ll board a highland bus designed to traverse the rugged interior. These vehicles are equipped to handle deep river crossings, rough gravel tracks, and steep routes, making them the safest and most efficient option for getting out of this remote region.
Thorsmork, named after the Norse god Thor, is a hiker’s paradise surrounded by steep mountain ridges, glacier tongues, and braided glacial rivers.
Whether you've hiked from Landmannalaugar, climbed the volcanic ridges of Fimmvorduhals, or wandered the lush birch forests of the valley, your time in Thorsmork is sure to have been filled with unforgettable views and adventure.
The drive from Thorsmork to Hella takes about two hours, winding through some of Iceland’s most dramatic terrain. You'll pass by braided riverbeds, volcanic deserts, and vast open plains shaped by glacial floods and eruptions.
Along the way, you may spot views of Eyjafjallajokull Glacier, the volcano that famously erupted in 2010. As the landscape softens, you’ll descend into the greener farmlands and rolling hills of South Iceland, eventually reaching the Ring Road.
Your journey ends in the town of Hella, where the drop-off is located at the Kjorbudin Supermarket. This convenient location puts you close to accommodations, bus connections, restaurants, and shops, perfect for resting or continuing your travel plans in Iceland.
Hella’s riverside location by the Ytri-Rangá River makes it a relaxing place to rest after a Highland adventure. It’s also an excellent base for further travel toward attractions like Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, or the Golden Circle.
Whether continuing your journey or simply looking to unwind, Hella is a well-connected and welcoming stop.
Enjoy a safe and scenic ride from Thorsmork to Hella with this reliable one-way Highland bus transfer in South Iceland. Check availability now by choosing a date.
