Route guide

Reykjavik → London

1890 km · Iceland to United Kingdom · Fastest: 5h by flight · Cheapest: €56+ by bus

How to travel from Reykjavik to London

There are 3 ways to travel between Reykjavik and London — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

€56–152

Duration: 27h

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express

~53 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€111–347

Duration: 5h 1m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Icelandair, PLAY, British Airways

~295 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€227–416

Duration: 21h

~321 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Reykjavik and London highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1890 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
No practical train option — flying is your fastest choice. Book 3–6 weeks ahead for low-cost fares.
This route crosses from Iceland into United Kingdom. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Reykjavik to London — every option in detail

Reykjavik to London by train

Train service is not regularly available on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Reykjavik and London via international airports.

Reykjavik to London by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Reykjavik and London with a typical journey of 27h. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express.

Fares start from around €56 when booked in advance, rising to €152 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Reykjavik to London by flight

Flights between Reykjavik and London take around 3h in the air, but plan on roughly 5h 1m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Icelandair, PLAY, British Airways.

Typical fare range is €111–347. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Given the 1890 km distance, flying is the practical choice for most travellers on this route.

Climate footprint: approximately 295 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Reykjavik to London by car

The driving distance from Reykjavik to London is approximately 2173 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 21h of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €227–416 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Iceland–United Kingdom border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 321 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Reykjavik and London is approximately 1890 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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