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Seyðisfjörður, Iceland 36 transport option(s) compared
60 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Seyðisfjörður

Port call at Seyðisfjörður (Iceland). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to city centre, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. No ship shuttle has been reported for this port call.

A small, secluded fjord village in eastern Iceland. Spectacular natural surroundings and traditional colourful houses. The village can be explored entirely on foot from the quay.

Seyðisfjörður Cruise Pier
Cheapest option Free Walk to city centre
Fastest option 5 min Walk to city centre
Simplest option Walk to city centre Very simple
Ship shuttle Not available No comment.

Practical tips

  • The village is within walking distance of the quay
  • Hikes in the hills above the fjord
  • No transport is needed for exploring the local area

Warnings

  • Very remote village
  • Few amenities
  • Unpredictable weather
  • Limited transport options for getting away

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle Not available

No ship shuttle reported.

Recommended local alternative Walk to city centre

Free - 5 min - free

Direct access to the village’s cafés, shops and amenities

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

36 option(s) shown for Seyðisfjörður

Walk to city centre

Seyðisfjörður centre

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct access to the village’s cafés, shops and amenities

Attention point

A very small town that can be visited in no time

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route from the cruise terminal to the village centre

Source : Cruise Europe Seyðisfjörður: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/destinations/seydisfjordur/ | Visit Austurland: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Walk to Smyril Line Ferry Terminal

Seyðisfjörður ferry terminal

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct access to the Norröna International Ferry

Attention point

Not particularly useful for a standard cruise stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Useful for ferry information or pre/post cruise transfer

Source : Smyril Line: https://www.smyrilline.com/ | Smyril Line to/from Seyðisfjörður: https://www.smyril-line.com/sailing-schedule/to-from-sey%C3%B0isfjoer%C3%B0ur

Cruise shuttle to city centre

Seyðisfjörður centre

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency depending on the airline and the day of the stopover
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Practical for reduced mobility or bad weather

Attention point

Often useless because the centre is very close

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check at the dock if a local shuttle is actually set up

Source : Cruise Europe Seyðisfjörður: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/destinations/seydisfjordur/ | Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Walk to Strætó Herðubreið stop

Seyðisfjörður / Herðubreið bus stop

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 6 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Departure point of bus 93 to Egilsstaðir

Attention point

Limited hours

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check bus 93 timetable before relying on it

Source : Strætó route 93: https://www.straeto.is/en/route-planner/timetables/east-fjords/route-93 | Visit Austurland: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Walk to Rainbow Street

Rainbow Street

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 7 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Iconic photo point in the village

Attention point

Very short and quickly saturated in high season

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; combines with Blue Church and downtown

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Walk to Blue Church

Blue Church / Seyðisfjarðarkirkja

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Iconic site with Rainbow Street

Attention point

It can get very busy on cruise days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; One of the easiest photo stops from the dock

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Guide to Iceland Seyðisfjörður: https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-iceland/drive/seydisfjordur

Walk to Skaftfell Art Center

Skaftfell Art Center

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency free
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Local cultural option very close to the dock

Attention point

Opening times to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Good complement to the walk in the village

Source : Skaftfell Art Center: https://skaftfell.is/en/ | Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Walk to Technical Museum

Technical Museum of East Iceland

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency free
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Original museum on the technical history of East Iceland

Attention point

Opening hours and status to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check local information before you go

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Technical Museum: https://tekmus.is/

Taxi to Gufufoss

Gufufoss Waterfall

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Quick access to the nearest waterfall

Attention point

It is essential to organise your return

Accessibility : moyenne, peu de taxis locaux

Practical tip : Direct route from A to B; ask for a waiting time or a confirmed pick-up time

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Guide to Iceland Seyðisfjörður: https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-iceland/drive/seydisfjordur

Shuttle excursion to Gufufoss

Gufufoss Waterfall

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency Cruise days, by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Allows you to see the waterfall without walking an hour uphill

Attention point

Availability depends on operators and port of call

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check time on site and time of return to the ship

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Tripadvisor Seyðisfjörður tours: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g189972-Activities-c42-Seydisfjordur_East_Region.html

Walk to Tvísöngur sound sculpture

Tvísöngur sound sculpture

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Art experience and beautiful view of the fjord

Attention point

Climb, weather and terrain to consider

Accessibility : moyenne, montée sur sentier

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Correct shoes recommended and itinerary to check

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Guide to Iceland Seyðisfjörður: https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-iceland/drive/seydisfjordur

Walk to Vestdalseyri trailhead

Vestdalseyri trailhead

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency free
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Allows you to discover the fjord on foot outside the centre

Attention point

Weather, wind and return weather to be expected

Accessibility : moyenne, marche nature au bord du fjord

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Stay on the marked paths and check local conditions

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Bus Strætó 93 to Egilsstaðir

Egilsstaðir centre

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 7,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency limited, Strætó schedules to check
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Cost-effective public option to the main hub in East Iceland

Attention point

Few hours, return to be imperatively secured

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Leave only if the return time is confirmed

Source : Strætó route 93: https://www.straeto.is/en/route-planner/timetables/east-fjords/route-93 | Visit Austurland Egilsstaðir: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/egilsstadir

Private Driver to Gufufoss

Gufufoss Waterfall

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible for a quick photo stop at the waterfall

Attention point

Reservation required, little local offer

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Confirm Wait or Resume Time

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Guide to Iceland Seyðisfjörður: https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-iceland/drive/seydisfjordur

Taxi to Egilsstaðir

Egilsstaðir centre

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 120,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Fast transfer to the main regional hub

Attention point

High cost and limited availability

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book in advance on cruise days

Source : Visit Austurland Egilsstaðir: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/egilsstadir | Strætó route 93: https://www.straeto.is/en/route-planner/timetables/east-fjords/route-93

Taxi to Egilsstaðir Airport

Egilsstaðir Airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 130,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the regional airport

Attention point

Few vehicles available without reservation

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Reservations must be made if there is a flight near

Source : Isavia Egilsstaðir Airport: https://www.isavia.is/en/egilsstadir-airport | Strætó route 93: https://www.straeto.is/en/route-planner/timetables/east-fjords/route-93

Private Private Driver to Egilsstaðir Airport

Egilsstaðir Airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 140,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Personalized transfer to the regional airport

Attention point

Availability to be strongly anticipated

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book if flight schedule or tight disembarkation

Source : Isavia Egilsstaðir Airport: https://www.isavia.is/en/egilsstadir-airport | Smyril Line to/from Seyðisfjörður: https://www.smyril-line.com/sailing-schedule/to-from-sey%C3%B0isfjoer%C3%B0ur

Taxi to Vök Baths

Vök Baths

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 150,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency booking recommended
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible access to geothermal baths near Egilsstaðir

Attention point

Entry and drop-off to be arranged

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book entry and pick-up before departure

Source : Vök Baths: https://vokbaths.is/ | Visit Austurland: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/spas-and-pools

Gufufoss and Shearwaters Excursion Bus

Gufufoss Waterfall

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 150,00 €
Estimated duration 240 min
Frequency Cruise days, by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Combines waterfall and nature observation depending on the season

Attention point

Birding not guaranteed

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route to Gufufoss; Unmapped nature stops to keep the route simple

Source : Tripadvisor Seyðisfjörður tours: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g189972-Activities-c42-Seydisfjordur_East_Region.html | Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Private Driver to Vök Baths

Vök Baths

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 160,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency by private booking
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible geothermal outlet from the port

Attention point

High cost and bookable admission

Accessibility : moyenne, retour à organiser

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book entrance and driver Return before departure

Source : Vök Baths: https://vokbaths.is/ | Visit Austurland: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/spas-and-pools

Walk to Gufufoss

Gufufoss Waterfall

Walk Distant excursion
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency free
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Spectacular waterfall accessible without a vehicle for good walkers

Attention point

Uphill road, weather and pedestrian safety to watch out for

Accessibility : moyenne, marche longue en montée hors village

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Walk only if the weather is correct and there is sufficient stopover time

Source : Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur | Guide to Iceland Seyðisfjörður: https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-iceland/drive/seydisfjordur

Bus Strætó 93 to Egilsstaðir Airport

Egilsstaðir Airport

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 7,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency limited, Strætó schedules to check
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Economical option to the regional airport

Attention point

Limited hours and flight connection to check

Accessibility : moyenne, arrêt aéroport selon horaires

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; for a flight, allow a large margin or prefer a taxi

Source : Strætó route 93: https://www.straeto.is/en/route-planner/timetables/east-fjords/route-93 | Isavia Egilsstaðir Airport: https://www.isavia.is/en/egilsstadir-airport

Bus via Egilsstaðir to Vök Baths

Vök Baths

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 70 min
Frequency limited, connecting or final taxi to be checked
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Semi-Public Option to East Icelandic Geothermal Baths

Attention point

Uncertain match and return to plan

Accessibility : moyenne, nécessite organisation

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; check Strætó to Egilsstaðir and then final transfer

Source : Vök Baths: https://vokbaths.is/ | Strætó route 93: https://www.straeto.is/en/route-planner/timetables/east-fjords/route-93

Skálanes Nature Reserve excursion shuttle

Skálanes Nature Reserve

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 150,00 €
Estimated duration 240 min
Frequency By reservation, depending on season and weather
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Very nice nature, bird and wild landscapes outing

Attention point

Difficult road, weather and access to be confirmed

Accessibility : moyenne, route locale et encadrement recommandé

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Book only with local operator and guaranteed return

Source : Skálanes: https://www.skalanes.com/ | Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Taxi to Skálanes Nature Reserve

Skálanes Nature Reserve

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 160,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Private bookings recommended
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Flexible access to a spectacular nature reserve

Attention point

Road and weather can complicate access

Accessibility : moyenne, route locale difficile

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Check access and book Guaranteed return

Source : Skálanes: https://www.skalanes.com/ | Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Private VTC to Skálanes Nature Reserve

Skálanes Nature Reserve

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 170,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Very flexible nature access and out of large groups

Attention point

Booking, access and return to secure

Accessibility : moyenne, piste et météo à vérifier

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Confirm road access with the provider

Source : Skálanes: https://www.skalanes.com/ | Visit Austurland Seyðisfjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/seydisfjordur

Bus excursion Stuðlagil Canyon

Stuðlagil Canyon

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 190,00 €
Estimated duration 300 min
Frequency Cruise days, by reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Major site with basalt columns and turquoise water

Attention point

Long excursion, weather and final walk possible

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book only if a return to the ship is guaranteed

Source : Tripadvisor Seyðisfjörður tours: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g189972-Activities-c42-Seydisfjordur_East_Region.html | Visit Austurland Stuðlagil: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/nature/waterfalls/studlagil-canyon

Bus excursion Hengifoss and Lagarfljót

Hengifoss trailhead

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 180,00 €
Estimated duration 330 min
Frequency Cruise days, by reservation
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Major waterfall and landscapes of Lake Lagarfljót

Attention point

Long drive and hike necessary

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion avec marche

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Check physical level, weather and return before booking

Source : Visit Austurland Hengifoss: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/nature/waterfalls/hengifoss | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Smyril Line to Tórshavn Ferry

Tórshavn ferry terminal

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 180,00 €
Estimated duration 960 min
Frequency according to Smyril Line schedule, not suitable for a short stopover
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

International connection to the Faroe Islands

Attention point

Pre/post-trip use, not cruise excursion

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check calendar, check-in and conditions Smyril Line

Source : Smyril Line: https://www.smyrilline.com/ | Smyril Line sailing schedule: https://www.smyril-line.com/sailing-schedule

Bus excursion Borgarfjörður Eystri

Borgarfjörður Eystri

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 200,00 €
Estimated duration 360 min
Frequency Cruise days, by reservation
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Isolated village, landscapes and puffins in season

Attention point

Long, weather-dependent and imperative return

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion côte est

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only if the operator guarantees the return to the ship

Source : Visit Austurland Borgarfjörður Eystri: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/borgarfjordur-eystri | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Taxi to Hengifoss trailhead

Hengifoss trailhead

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 280,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Flexible access to a large waterfall in East Iceland

Attention point

Hiking required, high cost

Accessibility : moyenne, longue route et marche finale

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Plan for running time and a high return margin

Source : Visit Austurland Hengifoss: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/nature/waterfalls/hengifoss | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Taxi to Mjóifjörður

Mjóifjörður viewpoint

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 280,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Excursion to a very wild and uncrowded fjord

Attention point

Difficult, long and unsuitable road without a local driver

Accessibility : moyenne, route isolée et météo-dépendante

Practical tip : Direct A-B route simplified; Check seasonal access and weather before booking

Source : Visit Austurland Mjóifjörður: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/mjoifjordur | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Smyril Line to Hirtshals Ferry

Hirtshals ferry terminal

Public shuttle Station / airport
Estimated cost 300,00 €
Estimated duration 2400 min
Frequency according to Smyril Line schedule, not suitable for a short stopover
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Direct connection Iceland-Denmark by long-distance ferry

Attention point

Very long and only for organised tours

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; International transportation option, not a stopover option

Source : Smyril Line: https://www.smyrilline.com/ | Smyril Line sailing schedule: https://www.smyril-line.com/sailing-schedule

Taxi to Borgarfjörður Eystri

Borgarfjörður Eystri

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 320,00 €
Estimated duration 110 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Access to remote village, scenery and puffins in season

Attention point

Long journey, weather and return to be secured

Accessibility : moyenne, longue route côtière

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with long layover and experienced driver

Source : Visit Austurland Borgarfjörður Eystri: https://www.east.is/en/destinations/towns/borgarfjordur-eystri | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Taxi to Stuðlagil Canyon

Stuðlagil Canyon

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 380,00 €
Estimated duration 150 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Private excursion to one of the most spectacular sites in the east

Attention point

Long, expensive and back to secure

Accessibility : moyenne, longue excursion

Practical tip : Direct journey from A to B; book only if there is a long stopover and a guaranteed return journey

Source : Visit Austurland Stuðlagil: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/nature/waterfalls/studlagil-canyon | Visit Iceland Eastfjords: https://www.visiticeland.com/regions/east-iceland

Private VTC to Stuðlagil Canyon

Stuðlagil Canyon

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 400,00 €
Estimated duration 150 min
Frequency by private booking only
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Customized excursion to Stuðlagil

Attention point

Very expensive and return essential

Accessibility : moyenne, très longue excursion

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Book only with long layover and guaranteed return

Source : Visit Austurland Stuðlagil: https://www.east.is/en/experiences/nature/waterfalls/studlagil-canyon | Tripadvisor Seyðisfjörður tours: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g189972-Activities-c42-Seydisfjordur_East_Region.html

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.