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 crossings over the next 14 days, busiest first.
- Heraklio to Mykonos (Tourlos)3 sailings
- Heraklio to Naxos3 sailings
- Heraklio to Paros3 sailings
- Heraklio to Piraeus3 sailings
- Heraklio to Santorini3 sailings
- Heraklio to Syros3 sailings
- Heraklio to Tinos3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Heraklio3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Naxos3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Paros3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Piraeus3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Santorini3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Syros3 sailings
- Mykonos (Tourlos) to Tinos3 sailings
- Naxos to Heraklio3 sailings
- Naxos to Mykonos (Tourlos)3 sailings
- Naxos to Paros3 sailings
- Naxos to Piraeus3 sailings
- Naxos to Santorini3 sailings
- Naxos to Syros3 sailings
- Naxos to Tinos3 sailings
- Paros to Heraklio3 sailings
- Paros to Mykonos (Tourlos)3 sailings
- Paros to Naxos3 sailings
and 32 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 56 crossings in all.