The Jet Difference

The Jet Difference

Onboard, you will experience first-class service from our energetic and friendly crew. Best of all, we are Passenger-Only, which means our vessels are equipped with your comfort and convenience as our top priority! There's no need for the extra expense of a bus, taxi or car into town – save your $$ because you will step ashore right in the heart of downtown!

Unbelievably Smooth, Fast and Comfortable…

The Jet Express is the only catamaran ferry on Lake Erie. Known for its sleek, stylish design and fast comfortable ride the Jet Express fleet has an unmatched track record of cleanliness, reliability and safety in taking passengers to and from Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island. The catamaran style of the Jet Express provides for the smoothest, fastest ferry ride available to the islands in all weather conditions. Stylish passenger lounges provide cushioned comfort and first-level seating (no stairs to climb), while open-air decks allow you to catch the fresh Lake Erie breezes!

Exclusive Island-Viewing Routes…don’t cut your trip short!

The Jet Express high-speed ferry covers more sea than a conventional ferry, but gets you to the island excitement of downtown Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island faster! Enjoy a 12 ½ mile, 25 minute voyage from Port Clinton, OH to downtown Put-in-Bay or choose a 18 ½ mile, 45 minute voyage to Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island from Sandusky, OH. This affords passengers an opportunity to experience more of what the Lake Erie Islands area has to offer. Ride the Jet Express to enjoy an exciting lake voyage and a chance to view all 12 of the U.S. islands plus several Canadian islands. Mile for mile, the Jet Express provides you with the best value for your travel $$.

Extended Late-Night Service…don’t cut your day short!

When the Summer Sun goes down, the downtown island excitement heats up! Stay and enjoy the nightlife of downtown Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island! The Jet Express provides the latest ferry service from the islands...Special Late-Night Service is available MIDNIGHT OR LATER, see schedule for details.

Direct Downtown to Downtown Service…convenient & easy!

Arrive to the heart of downtown...from the heart of downtown! For your convenience, the Jet Express provides ferry service directly to downtown Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island from its mainland ports of downtown Port Clinton, OH and Sandusky, OH. TWO MAINLAND LOCATIONS TO BETTER SERVE OUR PASSENGERS!

Online Ticketing…to better serve our Passengers

Skip the ticket lines and buy online. Currently offering online ticket sales for travel between Port Clinton and Put-in-Bay only. Advance Ticket Sales are available in person, at any Jet Express location.