But normal cruising speed is only warp 6.
It's possible to travel faster than that, of course,
but only for limited periods since it accelerates deterioration of the dilithium crystals.
;)
Look how fast Defiant can go for the length of time it takes.
And I swear, I'm not uncoordinated, don't wear orthopedic shoes, and didn't have to take my mother to the prom....