Drive yourself

Ijsselmeer Dam route (also called Closing dike or Afsluitdijk route).
From Amsterdam, take the A7/E22 direction Leeuwarden. After the Dam, follow the N31 to Harlingen. From there, ANWB-route signs will show you the way to Harlingen harbour.

Polders route.
From Amsterdam, take A1 > A8 direction Leeuwarden/Groningen. At Joure roundabout/traffic circle go to A7/E22 direction Sneek, Bolsward. Before the IJsselmeer Dam take the N31 to Harlingen. From there, ANWB-route signs will show you the way to Harlingen harbour.

You're not allowed to bring your car or motorcycle to Vlieland island. Motorized  traffic is restricted to local people only.
As a visitor you must leave your motor vehicle on the main land. Public transport in Vlieland, however, is very well organized, and bikes are amply available for hire. The island is best explored by bike!

Park your car or motorcycle in Harlingen harbour
* at the parking garage opposite the terminal for € 6,00 per day and € 3,00 per night. Info at +31 517 420 103
* at the car park for long-term parking (10 minutes walk from the terminal; shuttle bus service from the car park at € 1,10 per person, single fare) for € 3,80 per day. Info at +31 517 413 527