Ludington is Eastern Time (ET) while Manitowoc is Central Time (CT).
The entire crossing time takes four hours.
Parking is free for both locations!
Great Lake Getaway – 37% OFF!
Travel round trip without a vehicle in 3 days or less and pay just $108 per adult! You can also take 2 kids FREE per paying adult. Each additional child ages 5-15 is $62. Learn more.
Full Season - May 15th-October 11th, 2026
| Depart Ludington | Arrive Manitowoc |
| 9:00 AM (ET) | 12:00 PM (CT) |
| Depart Manitowoc | Arrive Ludington |
| 2:00 PM (CT)* | 7:00 PM (ET) |
*June 13th, July 18th, August 1st and August 15th we will depart at 5 pm CT
Overnight Schedule - June 19th- September 7th
*Please note*
There will also be no 8:45 pm crossings or 1:30 am crossings (the following day) if there is a Shoreline Cruise scheduled*
| Depart Ludington | Arrive Manitowoc |
| 8:45 PM (ET)* | 11:45 PM (CT) |
*There will be no 8:45 pm crossing on July 18th, July 25th, August 1st, August 15th and August 23rd
| Depart Manitowoc | Arrive Ludington |
| 1:30 AM (CT)* | 6:30 AM (ET) |
*No 1:30 am crossings on July 19th, July 26th, August 2nd, August 16th, and August 23rd.
Additional Information
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- Reserved tickets cancelled prior to the reserved departure time are refundable minus the following cancellation fees:
- $10.00 cancellation fee per Child fare (1-way or roundtrip) covered by the reservation.
- $20.00 cancellation fee per Adult fare (1-way or roundtrip) covered by the reservation.
- $30.00 cancellation fee per Adult fare with Vehicle (1-way or roundtrip) covered by the reservation
(Online booking fees are non refundable)
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Staterooms are available and are a great place to catch a nap or have quiet time for young children. Ask for details while making your reservation.
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Travel round trip without a vehicle in 3 days or less and pay just $112 per adult! You can also take 2 kids FREE per paying adult. Each additional child ages 5-15 is $64. Learn more.
(Must call to receive this discount)
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Special rates for all groups of 10 or more; Call 800-841-4243 for additional information or click here to see our Group Travel page.
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S.S. Badger Gift Cards can be purchased in any dollar amount and can be used on Badger Reservations. Call 800-841-4243 for details or purchase online here.
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Coolers of any size are not permitted. Coolers must be left on the luggage cart or in a vehicle.
You may not bring Alcohol onboard. It must be left on your vehicle or locked in the cabinet in the car deck.