The only way to get onto the island is by ferry. There is a ferry route from West Seattle at Fauntleroy, Ruston at Point Defiance and Southworth.

For more information on the ferry schedule from West Seattle to Vashon please look here.

For more information on the ferry schedule from Ruston to Vashon please look here.

For more information on the ferry schedule from Southworth to Vashon please look here.

There are also guest houses available through Airbnb and VRBO.