Ferry System
All Round-Trips
Senior Citizen - Age 65 and over
Student Age 18 and under
All Round-Trips
Senior Citizen - Age 65 and over
Student Age 18 and under
All Round-Trips
Senior Citizen - Age 65 and over
Student Age 18 and under
All commuter tickets expire six (6) months from the purchase date.
The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority operates the Drummond, Sugar and Neebish Island Ferries. For people coming to the U.P. of Michigan, these islands are a unique place to visit. From DeTour Village you can catch the Drummond Island Ferry for your quick trip across to Drummond Island; Located in Sault Ste. Marie, the Sugar Island Ferry is your transport to Sugar Island. Operating 7 days a week, their schedules can accommodate your travel needs through the full year. The Neebish Island Ferry leaves from Barbeau to Neebish Island 7 days a week. This schedule is seasonal during early spring, late autumn, and winter months. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, our ferry system will get you safely, to your island of choice.
The Drummond Island Ferry takes credit/debit cards. For the protection of our customers and crew, we prefer cashless payments. . Please check the Drummond Island Ferry Facebook page for the most up to date information.
The Sugar Island Ferry ~
Refueling dates for 2023: April 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31; June 17, 28, 2023. For the most up-to-date information please visit Sugar Island Ferry at its Facebook Page @sugarislandferry, eupta.net, or the delays and information phone line (906) 632-1516. The Sugar Island Ferry is equipped to accept credit/debit cards for payment. Please let the deckhand know if you would like to pay with a card.
Neebish Island Ferry: Reminder: Winter Schedule begins on January 15, 2023. Please click the link for Neebish Ferry Schedule (Updated 11.07.22) Please check the Neebish Islander Ferry Facebook page or call the delays and cancellations phone line at 906.632.1516, for the most up to date information.
We continue to follow the guidance and recommendations of the MDHHS in regards to Covid19. We expect everyone to practice safe distancing, cover their coughs, wash your hands, and sanitize. The use of the passenger cabin is at your own risk.
~Ferry News~
EUP News Article on Neebish Islander III Dedication
9 & 10 News Article on Neebish Islander III Dedication
Neebish Islander III Christening at Burger Boat Company
Day in the life of Drummond Island Deckhand
Quick Action Sugar Island Ferry Crew Saves Young Girl
9 & 10 News Coverage of USCG Recognition of Phil Roy and Dale Rosenbum