Texel Arrival – How to get to Texel
🚗 Texel Arrival – How to reach the island comfortably
Texel is easily accessible by car, train, or bicycle. Arriving by ferry from Den Helder is straightforward—but careful planning is worthwhile, especially in summer.
🛣 Texel Arrival by car to Den Helder
Most vacationers reach the island by car. The route takes you via the A7 and A9 motorways towards Den Helder. During the summer months, expect increased traffic, especially on Friday afternoons and Monday mornings.
Tip: Use current traffic information via ANWB.nl or Google Maps to avoid traffic jams.
⛴ Ferry to Texel – Timetable & Prices 2025
The TESO ferry runs every 30–60 minutes between Den Helder and Texel. While reservations are not necessary, it's advisable to travel outside of peak hours.
Duration: approx. 20 minutes
Costs (round trip, as of 2025):
Car including driver: from approx. € 25
Bicycle: € 5
Pedestrians: €2,50
Buy tickets online: www.teso.nl
🅿 Parking at the ferry terminal
If you want to leave your car on the mainland, you can use one of the guarded parking lots in Den Helder.
Parking tip: Book your parking space in advance via EasyPark or Parkopedia.
🚆 Texel arrival without car: train & bus
The Dutch National Railway (NS) takes you directly to Den Helder. From the station, a bus (line 33) goes directly to the ferry terminal. Timetables at www.ns.nl as well as on 9292.nl.
Ideal for cyclists and backpackers – the buses allow bicycles.
🚴 Discover Texel by bike or on foot
Texel is a wonderful place to explore by bike. The island has an excellently signposted network of cycle paths, and bicycles can be easily transported on the ferry.
Tip: Book rental bikes on Texel in advance – for example, through local rental companies such as Van der Linde or Texelbike.
☀ Summer tips for the peak season
The ferry terminal can get crowded during the summer holidays, so avoid peak times (Friday 15-18 p.m., Monday 9-11 a.m.) when traveling to Texel. Those who arrive early, on the other hand, often enjoy the empty island.
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Questions and answers about getting to Texel
How long is Texel?
The island is 23,7 km long and 9,6 km wide
Where is the island of Texel?
It is located in the Dutch province of North Holland and is the southernmost island in the Wadden Sea.
How much does the ferry from Den Helder to Texel cost?
Important for the Texel arrival: You can find the current prices on the Website of the ferry.
What are the Texel ferry prices for motorhomes?
You can also find the current prices on the Website of the ferry.
How long does it take to get to Texel by ferry?
The crossing takes 20 minutes. The ferry departs from Den Helder every hour on weekdays between 6:30 and 21:30. On Sundays and public holidays, as well as depending on the season, the ferry service starts later. Detailed and up-to-date information can be found on the Website of the ferry.
Is the island of Texel car-free?
No, cars are allowed to drive on Texel. However, there are many and narrow country roads on which one rarely encounters cars. It is more likely to see tractors and farmers driving to their fields there.
Can you stay in your car on the Texel ferry?
Yes, we have taken the ferry to Texel several times. We also stayed in the car and there were no complaints.
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Source for the article Texel Arrival: Research on site. We would also like to thank VVV Texel and at forvision for supporting this trip. However, our opinion remains our own.
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