A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. Here are some first steps to navigate your way to the Coolest Coast. Check out the great resources across this site to enjoy once you arrive here.
By Car
The three main highways that lead to Manitowoc are:
I43 (North/South)
Use exits 149, 152, or 154
US-151 (Southwest)
US-10 / WI -310 (West)
By Plane
Bird’s eye view of the #coolestcoast
Green Bay, Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB)
Travel south via I43
Appleton, Appleton International Airport (ATW)
Travel east via US-10
Milwaukee, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport Travel north via I43
Private Planes, Manitowoc County Airport
By Boat
By Carferry
The SS Badger Carferry Experience
The S.S. Badger travels between Manitowoc and Ludington, MI daily from spring to fall. The 410′ coal-fired passenger steamship is the last one in operation in the United States.
Welcome Back SS Badger! 2021
Welcome Back SS Badger 2020
Welcome Back SS Badger 2020
Welcome Back SS Badger 2019
Welcome Back SS Badger 2019
Public Transportation
Maritime Metro Station
Take the bus to take you through Manitowoc and Two Rivers! The Metro Station is located in downtown Manitowoc and only a one-mile walk from the S.S. Badger!
Routes 2, 3, 4, and 6 meet at the metro station every 30 minutes. Need to reach Two Rivers? Route 2 connects with Route 1 every 60 minutes. Bus passes are available per fare, per day, or monthly to suit your needs.
Visit the Maritime Metro’s website for information on hours, fares, route information, maps and more at their website.
Metro Station
915 S. 11th St.
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-3560
Car Rentals & Taxis
2 Guys Taxi
3949 Calumet Ave.
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920)374-3308
Lulloff Rentals
1401 Washington St.
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 682-0121
Manitowoc Taxi
88 Albert Drive Lot 46
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 204-6003
4103 Waldo Blvd.
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-1300
