On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays they only run at 30-minute intervals. You can buy a timetable at any of the four SVR terminals. The transfer ticket is valid for 45 minutes and allows you to change buses once. When you travel by bus you must have exact fare because the driver is not permitted to give change. Even so, this healthy form of travel is not as popular among students here in Iceland as it is with students in most other countries.
Taxis are clean and reliable but quite expensive.
Tips are not customary in Iceland since service charges are always included in bills. Driving If you buy or rent a car you may drive on your national driver's licence for one year from the date of entry into the country. Phone call charges in Iceland vary greatly depending on the time of day, the day of the week, and the distance of your call. The post office in Kringlan shopping mall, however, is open 8.30 - 18.00. For postal rates see enclosed price list.