National park · The Highlands
Vatnajökull National Park
Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður
national park in Iceland
Quick facts
- Vatnajökull National Park is 464 km from Reykjavík by road, about 10 h 10 min by car. The nearest road is about 30 km away.
- Vatnajökull National Park is a national park in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| From Reykjavík | 464 km by road, about 10 h 10 min |
|---|---|
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.5000° N, 17.0000° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
The nearest road is about 30 km away.
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
Questions people ask
What is Vatnajökull National Park?
Vatnajökull National Park is a national park in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Vatnajökull National Park?
Vatnajökull National Park is at 64.5000° N, 17.0000° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is Vatnajökull, a glacier about 15 km away in a straight line.
How far is Vatnajökull National Park from Reykjavík?
Vatnajökull National Park is 464 km from Reykjavík by road, about 10 h 10 min by car. The nearest road is about 30 km away.
How do I get to Vatnajökull National Park?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Vatnajökull National Park, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Vatnajökull National Park?
We have not verified a fee for Vatnajökull National Park. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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