GNV Bridge ferry|MSC Explora 1

GNV Bridge ferry vs MSC Explora 1

Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.

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GNV Bridge ferry

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MSC Explora 1

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Newer Ship

MSC Explora 1

Built in 2023

2 years newer

Lower Price Per Day

Both ships are the same

More Spacious Ship

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GNV Bridge ferry vs MSC Explora 1: Quick Comparison

MSC Explora 1 is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 2 years newer than GNV Bridge ferry, which entered service in 2021. GNV Bridge ferry also carries 4 more passengers. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.

Ship Comparison

Specification comparison of GNV Bridge ferry and MSC Explora 1
SpecGNV Bridge ferryMSC Explora 1
Year Built20212023Newer
Gross Tonnage63,621 GT
Passenger Capacity1,000996
Space per Passenger63.9 GT
Length248.86 m
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Key Differences: GNV Bridge ferry vs MSC Explora 1

Age

MSC Explora 1 was built in 2023, making it 2 years newer than GNV Bridge ferry, which was built in 2021.

Passenger capacity

GNV Bridge ferry carries up to 1,000 passengers compared with 996 aboard MSC Explora 1, a difference of 4 passengers.

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Upcoming Cruises & Prices

GNV Bridge ferry

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Which Ship Is Cheaper?

GNV Bridge ferry

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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.

Which Ship Should You Choose?

Choose GNV Bridge ferry if…

  • You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
  • You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Explora 1.

Choose MSC Explora 1 if…

  • You prefer the newer ship.
  • You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.

GNV Bridge ferry vs MSC Explora 1: Final Comparison Summary

Newer

MSC Explora 1

Built in 2023

2 years newer

Bigger

Both ships are the same

Lower Price Per Day

Both ships are the same

  • MSC Explora 1 is 2 years newer.
  • Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
  • GNV Bridge ferry carries 4 more passengers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is newer, GNV Bridge ferry or MSC Explora 1?

MSC Explora 1 is newer. It was built in 2023, while GNV Bridge ferry was built in 2021, making MSC Explora 1 2 years newer.

Which ship carries more passengers?

GNV Bridge ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,000, compared with 996 for MSC Explora 1.

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