Whether you come for the geology, the wildlife, or simply the peace, Kelleys Island delivers every single time. The Kelleys Island Ferry runs from Marblehead, Ohio, and the crossing takes about 20 minutes. The Only Way To ExploreRenting a golf cart on Kelleys Island is not just practical, it is genuinely fun. Why This Tiny Island Stays With You Long After You LeaveThere is something about Kelleys Island that does not quite let go of you. What makes Kelleys Island genuinely special is that it asks nothing of you.