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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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 sailings on each route in the published timetable, busiest first.
- Heraklion to Piraeus44 sailings
- Heraklion to Santorini44 sailings
- Mykonos to Piraeus44 sailings
- Mykonos to Syros44 sailings
- Mykonos to Tinos44 sailings
- Naxos to Mykonos44 sailings
- Naxos to Paros44 sailings
- Naxos to Piraeus44 sailings
- Naxos to Santorini44 sailings
- Naxos to Syros44 sailings
- Paros to Naxos44 sailings
- Paros to Piraeus44 sailings
- Paros to Santorini44 sailings
- Paros to Syros44 sailings
- Piraeus to Heraklion44 sailings
- Piraeus to Mykonos44 sailings
- Piraeus to Naxos44 sailings
- Piraeus to Paros44 sailings
- Piraeus to Santorini44 sailings
- Piraeus to Syros44 sailings
- Piraeus to Tinos44 sailings
- Santorini to Heraklion44 sailings
- Santorini to Naxos44 sailings
- Santorini to Paros44 sailings
and 12 more routes in the same timetable.
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?
In the published timetable the WorldChampion Jet is scheduled on Heraklion to Piraeus, Heraklion to Santorini, Mykonos to Piraeus and Mykonos to Syros, among 36 routes in all.