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Superfast IV

Large fast car ferry · operated by Superfast Ferries

Passengers1,850
Vehicles670 cars

Superfast IV is a fast Norwegian-completed car ferry from 2001, sister of Superfast III, that sailed for ANEK Lines as Hellenic Spirit until 2025 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 HELLENIC SPIRIT.

On board the Superfast IV

  • 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 IV 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

Built2001
BuilderFosen Mekaniske Verksteder (hull by Brucen Shipyard, Landskrona, Sweden)
Built inNorway
Length204 m
Beam25.8 m
Gross tonnage32,694
Top speed30 knots

Where the Superfast IV 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 III.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the Superfast IV like?

Superfast IV is a fast Norwegian-completed car ferry from 2001, sister of Superfast III, that sailed for ANEK Lines as Hellenic Spirit until 2025 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 2001.

Who operates the Superfast IV?

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

Does the Superfast IV carry cars?

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

Does the Superfast IV have Wi-Fi?

Yes, the Superfast IV carries Wi-Fi aboard.

Which routes does the Superfast IV sail?

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

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