Ferry from Vlieland to Terschelling
Are you visiting Vlieland and also want to travel to Terschelling? This is possible with the ferry from Vlieland to Terschelling. The ferry service provides one way and return trips.
Travel information ferry from Vlieland to Terschelling
From Vlieland to Terschelling: the crossing
The crossing takes about 30 minutes.

Kaartjes for the ferry
It’s recommended to buy tickets in advanced. This can be done online.
Costs
One way ticket
- Children up to 4 years old: € 5,57 one way, € 9,14 return ticket
- Passenger 4-11 years old: € 5,84 one way, € 11,68 return ticket
- Passenger 12-64 years old: € 8,58 one way, € 17,16 return ticket
- Passenger 65 and older: € 7,74 one way, € 15,48 return ticket
Schedule
From Vlieland to Terschelling
During the summer you can take the fast ferry from Vlieland to Terschelling several times a week. The departure times are 10.05 am, 12.05 pm, 18.55 pm and 8.20 pm. View the departure times of the fast ferry.
From Terschelling to Vlieland
During the summer you can take the express service from Terschelling to Vlieland several times a week. The departure times are 9.30 am and 6.20 pm. View the timetable of the express service.
This timetable may vary during weekends, holidays, events and public holidays. A complete overview of sailings and possible changes can be found on rederij-doeksen.nl.
What to do on Terschelling
On Terschelling there is much to do for all age groups. There is a total of more than 350 kilometers of hiking trails and cycle paths on the island. It’s easy to rent a bike on Terschelling so you can explore the island and the charming villages at your own pace. Terschelling also has the widest beach in Europe, which makes the island very suitable for beautiful beach walks. Are you planning to spend the night on Terschelling? Then don’t forget to book a hotel, cottage or other accommodation online.