WorldChampion Jet
Very high-speed gas-turbine catamaran, one of the fastest passenger ferries in the world · operated by Seajets
Genuinely one of the fastest passenger ferries afloat — twin gas turbines push this Austal-built catamaran to nearly 48 knots, making the run from Piraeus to Santorini in a fraction of the time a conventional ferry takes.
Previously sailed as Villum Clausen.
On board the WorldChampion Jet
- Bar
- Snack bar / café
- Shop
- Wi-Fi
- Outside decknot on board
- Lift
- Pets allowed
- Pet cabinsnot on board
Where you can sit
- Numbered seatsAirline-type reserved seating, fully enclosedreserved
Where is the WorldChampion Jet 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
| Built | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Builder | Austal, Henderson |
| Built in | Australia |
| Length | 84 m |
| Beam | 25 m |
| Draught | 4 m |
| Gross tonnage | 6,402 |
| Service speed | 47.7 knots |
| Top speed | 47.7 knots |
Where the WorldChampion Jet sails
Scheduled crossings over the next 14 days, busiest first.
- Heraklio to Mykonos (Tourlos)1 sailing
- Heraklio to Naxos1 sailing
- Heraklio to Paros1 sailing
- Heraklio to Piraeus1 sailing
- Heraklio to Santorini1 sailing
- Heraklio to Syros1 sailing
- Heraklio to Tinos1 sailing
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Piraeus1 sailing
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Syros1 sailing
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Tinos1 sailing
- Naxos to Mykonos (Tourlos)1 sailing
- Naxos to Paros1 sailing
- Naxos to Piraeus1 sailing
- Naxos to Syros1 sailing
- Naxos to Tinos1 sailing
- Paros to Mykonos (Tourlos)1 sailing
- Paros to Piraeus1 sailing
- Paros to Syros1 sailing
- Paros to Tinos1 sailing
- Santorini to Mykonos (Tourlos)1 sailing
- Santorini to Naxos1 sailing
- Santorini to Paros1 sailing
- Santorini to Piraeus1 sailing
- Santorini to Syros1 sailing
and 4 more crossings over the same period.
Usually works Piraeus–Cyclades (Santorini, Mykonos, Syros, Ios, Naxos) and seasonal Crete service.
- Gas-turbine propulsion is a rarity in ferry service — this is closer to a naval-grade fast craft than a typical catamaran.
- Holds records for speed; a novelty as much as transport for some travellers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the WorldChampion Jet like?
Genuinely one of the fastest passenger ferries afloat — twin gas turbines push this Austal-built catamaran to nearly 48 knots, making the run from Piraeus to Santorini in a fraction of the time a conventional ferry takes. She is a high-speed ferry built in 2000.
Who operates the WorldChampion Jet?
The WorldChampion Jet is operated by Seajets.
Does the WorldChampion Jet carry cars?
Yes. The WorldChampion Jet is a vehicle ferry and carries up to 215 cars as well as foot passengers.
How fast is the WorldChampion Jet?
She works at a service speed of 47.7 knots, with a top speed of 47.7 knots.
Does the WorldChampion Jet have Wi-Fi?
Yes, the WorldChampion Jet carries Wi-Fi aboard.
Which routes does the WorldChampion Jet sail?
Over the next 14 days the WorldChampion Jet is scheduled on Heraklio to Mykonos (Tourlos), Heraklio to Naxos, Heraklio to Paros and Heraklio to Piraeus, among 28 crossings in all.