Iceland Transport

Central 

The Ministry of the Interior, Department of Transport and Infrastructure is responsible for:

  • Highways;
  • Urban road transport (infrastructures); and
  • Airports.

Oversees the Icelandic Transportation Safety Board and Icelandic Coast Guard. 

Responsible ministries/bodies

Ministry of the Interior


Local

Municipal authorities are responsible for:

  • Construction and maintenance ofoads and streets within the town limits;
  • Public transportation; and
  • Port management and maintenance.
     


Sources:

Association of Icelandic Local Authorities in, Local governments in Iceland
Ministry of the Interior
 

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