noun
high-speed craft; fast ferry
Refers to vessels designed for high speed, such as hydrofoils, catamarans, or fast passenger ferries. Used in maritime and transport contexts.
高速船で島まで30分で着きます。
You can reach the island in 30 minutes by fast ferry.
この航路には最新の高速船が就航し
The latest high-speed craft is in service on this route.
快速船 also means a fast boat, but 高速船 is more common for modern high-speed vessels.
Compound of 高速 (high speed) and 船 (ship, vessel).