Mont St Michel ferry vs Pont Aven ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Mont St Michel ferry
Brittany Ferries
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Pont Aven ferry
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
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Pont Aven ferry
17 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Mont St Michel ferry vs Pont Aven ferry: Quick Comparison
Pont Aven ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 2 years newer than Mont St Michel ferry, which entered service in 2002. Pont Aven ferry is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage at 40,859 GT. Pont Aven ferry also carries 200 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
| Spec | Mont St Michel ferry | Pont Aven ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 35,586 GT | 40,859 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,200 | 2,400 |
| Space per Passenger | 16.2 GT | 17 GT |
| Length | 173.4 m | 184.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Mont St Michel ferry vs Pont Aven ferry
Age
Pont Aven ferry was built in 2004, making it 2 years newer than Mont St Michel ferry, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 40,859 GT, Pont Aven ferry is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage than Mont St Michel ferry at 35,586 GT.
Passenger capacity
Pont Aven ferry carries up to 2,400 passengers compared with 2,200 aboard Mont St Michel ferry, a difference of 200 passengers.
Passenger space
Pont Aven ferry offers more space per passenger: 17 GT per guest, compared with 16.2 aboard Mont St Michel ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Mont St Michel ferry
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Mont St Michel ferry if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Pont Aven ferry.
Choose Pont Aven ferry if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Mont St Michel ferry vs Pont Aven ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Pont Aven ferry
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Bigger
Pont Aven ferry
40,859 GT
15% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Pont Aven ferry is 2 years newer.
- Pont Aven ferry is 15% larger by gross tonnage.
- Pont Aven ferry carries 200 more passengers.
- Pont Aven ferry offers more space per passenger (17 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Mont St Michel ferry or Pont Aven ferry?
Pont Aven ferry is newer. It was built in 2004, while Mont St Michel ferry was built in 2002, making Pont Aven ferry 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Mont St Michel ferry or Pont Aven ferry?
Pont Aven ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 40,859 GT compared with Mont St Michel ferry at 35,586 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Pont Aven ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,400, compared with 2,200 for Mont St Michel ferry.
Which ship is more spacious, Mont St Michel ferry or Pont Aven ferry?
Pont Aven ferry has the higher passenger space ratio at 17 GT per passenger, versus 16.2 for Mont St Michel ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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