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S.S. Badger cross-lake ferry service
Four-hour, 60-mile S.S. Badger crossing of Lake Michigan between Ludington, MI and Manitowoc, WI for passengers, autos, RVs, buses, motorcycles and bicycles.
Description
The S.S. Badger provides the largest cross-lake passenger service on the Great Lakes, carrying passengers, autos, RVs, tour buses, motorcycles, bicycles and commercial trucks across Lake Michigan between Ludington, Michigan and Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Key features
- Crossing time of four hours over about 60 miles; Ludington is on Eastern Time and Manitowoc on Central Time
- Seasonal operation from May to October, with additional overnight crossings in summer
- Capacity of 600 passengers and 180 automobiles
- 40 private staterooms, two dining areas, bars, gift shop, museum, lounges, movie lounge, children's play area and open decks
- Free parking at both terminals
Specifications
| Route | Ludington, MI - Manitowoc, WI |
|---|---|
| Crossing time | 4 hours |
| Distance | 60-mile |
| Capacity | 600 passengers, 180 automobiles |
| Staterooms | 40 |
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