How much does it cost to take the ferry from Ludington to Wisconsin?
What companies run services between Manitowoc, WI, USA and Ludington, MI, USA? SS Badger operates a car ferry from Manitowoc to Ludington twice daily. Tickets cost $70 - $80 and the journey takes 4h.
Does the SS Badger run every day?
Daily Cruises Across Lake Michigan The S.S. Badger carferry travels across Lake Michigan between Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Ludington, Michigan once daily during the spring and fall seasons. Once summer is underway, the Badger makes two round-trip crossings daily.
How much does it cost to go on the SS Badger?
2022 FaresSummer One WaySummer Round TripAdults$71$129Seniors (65+)$64$116Children (5-15)$31$564 and UnderFREEFREE2 more rows
Does the Badger ferry run in the winter?
The ship is named after the University of Wisconsin's athletic teams, the Wisconsin Badgers. Badger runs on Michigan time (Eastern Time Zone, whereas Wisconsin is in the Central Time Zone) and riders pay Michigan taxes on their fares. It runs on a seasonal basis from May to October.
Can you stay in your car on the SS Badger?
Owners may choose to keep their pets in their vehicles. LMC will make every effort to make sure your vehicle is located in an area where there is fresh airflow. It is recommended that owners roll-down their windows slightly so your pet can get fresh air.
Is the SS Badger worth it?
If you are looking for a fun experience as well as a shortcut across Lake Michigan between Michigan and Wisconsin, the S. S. Badger carferry is a must-do. Not only does it shorten your trip, but it's a lot of fun for kids and adults as well. They say that the shortest way between two points is a straight line.
How much does it cost to take a car to the USS Badger?
$59/car + $59/person + tax. See website for motorcycles, trucks, motorhomes, bicycles, trailers, etc.
How long is the ferry ride from Michigan to Wisconsin?
Sailing Apr-Oct; call or visit Web site for current departures. Carferry service across Lake Michigan; a 2.5-hour trip between Milwaukee and Muskegon, Michigan. Three departures per day in both directions during summer; 2 in fall.
How long is the ferry ride from Ludington to Milwaukee?
Each trip across Lake Michigan takes only 2 1/2 hours. Passengers have the choice of either Classic Seating or Premier Seating.
What months does the SS Badger run?
May 12th, 2022-October 16th, 2022 Click HERE for information about our Shoreline Cruises.
How many cars does the SS Badger ferry?
180 vehiclesS.S. BADGER can accommodate 600 passengers and 180 vehicles, including; RVs, motorcycles, motor coaches, and commercial trucks during her sailing season.
What time does the Badger leave Manitowoc?
2 p.m.With up to 600 passengers, their motorcycles and bicycles, and about 180 cars, RVs, tour buses and commercial trucks, the Badger chugs out of Ludington each morning at 9 a.m., leaving Manitowoc each afternoon at 2 p.m. (Central time).
What months does the SS Badger run?
May 12th, 2022-October 16th, 2022 Click HERE for information about our Shoreline Cruises.
How long does the SS Badger run?
four-hourThe relaxing four-hour, 60-mile cruise takes passengers, autos, RVs, tour buses, motorcycles, bicycles, and commercial trucks across Lake Michigan between Ludington, Michigan and Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Does the SS Badger ever cancel?
Every effort is made to sail on schedule and cancelations are rare; however, we are not responsible for inconveniences resulting from delays or cancelations that are beyond our control. Alcoholic beverages may not be brought aboard the ship. Full bar service is available aboard the S.S. Badger.
What does the SS Badger run on?
The S.S. Badger is the last coal-fired passenger steamship in operation in the United States. She has provided a fun, reliable and affordable shortcut across beautiful Lake Michigan for more than 60 years and has transported millions of passengers since her re-birth in 1992.
When is Lake Express 2021?
Spring schedule May 7 - June 16, 2021.
How many times does the Lake Express cross Lake Michigan?
The Lake Express crosses Lake Michigan 4 times daily during its spring and summer schedule. With the addition of evening sailings during its summer schedule, the Lake Express makes 6 Lake Michigan crossings daily during the height of the summer travel season. With easy and convenient highway connections in Milwaukee (I-94 and I-43) ...
Is there a ferry to Lake Michigan?
Offering the most daily crossings and record-setting speed, Lake Michigan’s high speed auto ferry offers a convenient and easy to use modern shortcut across Lake Michigan. Leave the hassles of Chicago traffic congestion behind when you ride the Lake Express ferry.
Holiday schedules
Notifications and email alerts will tell you if there will be additional service on the following holidays:
Find the best time to take a vehicle on a ferry
View the Best Times to Travel tool which will tell you the busiest and least busy times to take a vehicle on a ferry. You can also find the link listed in the top right-hand column of each of the route schedule page.
Accessibility
For different format schedules email the WSDOT Office of Equal Opportunity at wsdotada@wsdot.wa.gov or call toll free, 855-362-4232. People who are deaf or hard of hearing may make a request by calling the Washington State Relay at 711.
