
Ride the fastest ferry across Lake Erie and scan your ticket as you board
20 minutes
Ferry ride, Digital ticket scan
Travel from Kelleys Island to Put-In-Bay on the Jet Express for a fast, direct crossing. Use digital ticketing to scan and board without waiting at the ticket window.
Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure; if you are not in line by 5 minutes before, you may miss boarding. Minors must be accompanied by an adult unless they have Jet Express authorization. Dress code applies: shoes, shirts, and pants/shorts required; no swimsuits, bra tops, see-through clothes, or visible undergarments. Bikes/Kayaks/e-bikes can be taken $5.75 each way
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Refunds will only be issued if departures are cancelled by the Jet Express due to inclement weather. Tickets are only valid for the 2026 season and bookings may be rebooked for any scheduled departure during the 2026 season.
Boarding begins about 5–10 minutes before departure, and it’s recommended to be in line about 15 minutes before. Guests arriving less than 5 minutes before departure may lose their seats.
Tickets are digital. Open the “go to your tickets” link and the crew will scan the barcode as you board. You can show the ticket on a smartphone/tablet or print it at home.
Bring your ID to the ticket window so your ticket can be printed.
Kelleys Island
Getting to Put-in-Bay by ferry is half the fun, and most passengers seem to genuinely enjoy the ride. The boats are fast and comfortable, the staff consistently gets praised for being friendly and professional, and flexible scheduling, including late-night departures, makes it easy to plan your day around your own timeline rather than a rigid timetable. The crew stands out in particular. Multiple reviewers mention how welcoming and accommodating the staff are, including the ability to switch to an earlier boat when plans change. That kind of flexibility is a real plus for a day trip. Fares run a little higher than some travelers expect, so it's worth budgeting accordingly before you go. There is one review raising concerns about how a situation was handled onboard, which is worth noting, though it appears to be an isolated experience among an otherwise overwhelmingly positive track record.
Jet Express was a great way to get to Put-in-Bay. We had an amazing day on the island in great weather. We wanted to come back on an earlier boat, and they were very accommodating. Thank you, Jet Express!!
Deborah Casey
May 19, 2026
Jet Express was a great way to get to Put-in-Bay. We had an amazing day on the island in great weather. We wanted to come back on an earlier boat, and they were very accommodating. Thank you, Jet Express!!
Deborah Casey
May 19, 2026