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Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line

510 W Main St, Marblehead, OH 43440 · Marblehead, OH

Why you should go…

The Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line runs the only daily auto and passenger ferry service between Marblehead, Ohio and Kelleys Island. The M.V. Shirley Irene makes the crossing in about 20 minutes, with half-hourly departures during peak season. Riders can bring vehicles, bikes or walk on, and the island dock is two blocks from downtown Kelleys Island.

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General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

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