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Superfast III

Large fast car ferry · operated by Superfast Ferries

Passengers1,850
Vehicles670 cars
Service speed27 kn

Superfast III is a fast Norwegian-completed car ferry from 2000 that sailed for ANEK Lines as Olympic Champion until 2024 and now works Superfast's Patras–Igoumenitsa–Ancona line. She has cabins, airline-type seats, self-service and à la carte restaurants, a casino and an open-deck bar.

Previously sailed as OLYMPIC CHAMPION.

On board the Superfast III

  • Bar
  • À la carte restaurant
  • Self-service restaurant
  • Snack bar / café
  • Shop
  • Wi-Fi
  • Outside deck
  • Lift
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet cabins

Where you can sit

  • Airline-type seats
  • CabinsCabins, including disabled-access and pet cabinsreserved

Where is the Superfast III now?

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Positions by AIS from the University of the Aegean’s Aegean network. Coastline © OpenStreetMap contributors. Live positions are indicative and are not a navigational aid.

Specifications

Built2000
BuilderFosen Mekaniske Verksteder (hull by Brucen Shipyard, Landskrona, Sweden)
Built inNorway
Length204 m
Beam25.8 m
Gross tonnage32,694
Service speed27 knots
Top speed30 knots

Where the Superfast III sails

Scheduled crossings over the next 14 days, busiest first.

Usually works Patras–Igoumenitsa–Ancona.

  • Pet cabins and kennels are listed for this ship.
  • Her sister ship on the same line is Superfast IV.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the Superfast III like?

Superfast III is a fast Norwegian-completed car ferry from 2000 that sailed for ANEK Lines as Olympic Champion until 2024 and now works Superfast's Patras–Igoumenitsa–Ancona line. She has cabins, airline-type seats, self-service and à la carte restaurants, a casino and an open-deck bar. She is a large fast car ferry built in 2000.

Who operates the Superfast III?

The Superfast III is operated by Superfast Ferries, part of Attica Group.

Does the Superfast III carry cars?

Yes. The Superfast III is a vehicle ferry and carries up to 670 cars as well as foot passengers.

How fast is the Superfast III?

She works at a service speed of 27 knots, with a top speed of 30 knots.

Does the Superfast III have Wi-Fi?

Yes, the Superfast III carries Wi-Fi aboard.

Which routes does the Superfast III sail?

Over the next 14 days the Superfast III is scheduled on Igoumenitsa to Ancona, Ancona to Igoumenitsa, Ancona to Patra and Patra to Ancona.

Vessel details as published by the operators and cross-checked against maritime registers. Schedules from the current timetable. Updated 29 October 2026.