The Westfjords can be reached from Reykjavik by road, by bus and ferry, or by air.
By road
Road 60 crosses Dynjandisheidi and runs through the Dyrafjardargong tunnel, and both are serviced in winter. The old Hrafnseyrarheidi pass is no longer part of road 60 and is not ploughed in winter.
Weather and road conditions in Iceland differ from what most visitors are used to and can change fast.
By bus and ferry
The southern Westfjords can be reached by bus from Reykjavik to Stykkisholmur and then the ferry Baldur to Brjanslaekur.
By air
Isafjordur is reachable by car, by bus and by flight.
Patreksfjordur can be reached by flight via Bildudalur, with a fly-bus onward to Patreksfjordur.
Visitors driving to Patreksfjordur in winter are told to get updates on weather and road conditions.
Where you arrive
Isafjordur is the largest town in the Westfjords and a hub for reaching the surrounding area, including the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve.
Patreksfjordur is the biggest town in the southern part of the Westfjords.
Checking road conditions before you set off
Road conditions and closures for Iceland are published by the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration.
Use the Road Conditions to help plan your trip.
Comparing Westfjords tours
You can compare Westfjords tours to see the current options.
