Parking
Going to Texel by car? Then order a Texel Vignette to park carefree.
Transport to and on Texel
Transport to and on Texel
Your adventure on Texel starts as soon as you board the ferry. The hectic pace of everyday life disappears by itself as you make the crossing. It's time to relax! Enjoy the crossing and let yourself be taken to the island of peace and quiet. The seagulls fly with you as the salty sea air meets you and the wind blows through your hair. It's almost a shame that the journey to Texel only takes 20 minutes!
By ferry
The ferry to Texel sails every day. You can cross as a pedestrian or cyclist, for example. Coming by car or motorbike? That's no problem either: on the terrain near the ferry, traffic controllers will show you the way. Reservations are not required. However, you can buy an e-ticket in advance. This ticket is always a return ticket, the ride back is free.
Ferry timetable
From Den Helder to Texel
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TESO sails every day on the half-hour from Den Helder to Texel. The first boat leaves as early as 6.30am (except Sundays). Check here the fixed departures for your trip from Den Helder to Texel.
The following departures take place daily:
06:30 10:30 14:30 18:30 07:30 11:30 15:30 19:30 08:30 12:30 16:30 20:30 09:30 13:30 17:30 21:30
From Texel to Den Helder
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TESO sails every day on the hour from Texel to Den Helder. The first boat leaves as early as 6am (except Sundays). Check out the regular sailings for your trip from Texel to Den Helder here.
The following departures take place daily:
6:00 10:00 14:00 18:00 7:00 11:00 15:00 19:00 08:00 12:00 16:00 20:00 09:00 13:00 17:00 21:00 Please note: The last boat to Texel always leaves at 21.30. The last boat to Den Helder always leaves at 9pm. On busy days, the boat sails twice an hour. View the current departure times.
Useful to know
Bring your dog
Texel is a lovely island to explore with your dog. There is a wide range of dog-friendly accommodation.
Transport on Texel
Public transport on Texel
Not only to, but also on the island you can easily travel by public transport.
With the Texelhopper
With around 200 stops, the Texelhopper takes you almost all around the island!
By bike
With over 140 kilometres of cycle paths, you can cycle around the whole island along dunes, forest and beach.
