Ludington is Eastern Time (ET) while Manitowoc is Central Time (CT).
The entire crossing time takes four hours.
(NO CROSSING ON JULY 4th except for Shoreline Cruise in Ludington).
Parking is free for both locations!
Round Trip Mini Cruises
Travel round trip without a vehicle returning within 48 hours and pay just $108 per adult and $62 per child ages 5-15. This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. (Must call to receive this discount)
Full Season - May 16th-October 12th, 2025
*No Crossings on July 4th
| Depart Ludington | Arrive Manitowoc |
| 9:00 AM (ET) | 12:00 PM (CT) |
| Depart Manitowoc | Arrive Ludington |
| 2:00 PM (CT)* | 7:00 PM (ET) |
*July 19th, August 2nd and August 16th we will depart at 5 pm CT
Overnight Schedule - June 20th- September 1st
*Please note that there will be No Wednesday 8:45 pm or Thursday 1:30 am Crossings.
There will also be no 8:45 pm crossings or 1:45 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 19th, August 2nd, and August 16th
| Depart Manitowoc | Arrive Ludington |
| 1:30 AM (CT)* | 6:30 AM (ET) |
*No 1:30 am crossings on July 20th, August 3rd and August 17th
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
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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 returning within 48 hours and pay just $108 per adult and $62 per child ages 5-15. This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. (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.