September 4, 2026
5-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Kirkenes
From
$7,088
Price / day
$1,418
MS Lofoten|MS Nordkapp
MS Lofoten vs MS Nordkapp
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MS Lofoten
Hurtigruten
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Newer Ship
MS Nordkapp
Built in 1996
32 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Lofoten vs MS Nordkapp: Quick Comparison
MS Nordkapp is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1996, it is 32 years newer than MS Lofoten, which entered service in 1964. MS Nordkapp is approximately 334% larger by gross tonnage at 11,386 GT. MS Nordkapp has upcoming sailings in Mainland Norway. 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 | MS Lofoten | MS Nordkapp |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1964 | 1996Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 2,621 GT | 11,386 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 400 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 6.6 GT | — |
| Length | 87.41 m | 123.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Lofoten vs MS Nordkapp
Age
MS Nordkapp was built in 1996, making it 32 years newer than MS Lofoten, which was built in 1964.
Size
At 11,386 GT, MS Nordkapp is approximately 334% larger by gross tonnage than MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Lofoten and MS Nordkapp (Mainland Norway) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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MS Nordkapp
The Coastal Express – South
- Departure Port
- Kirkenes
- Region
- Mainland Norway
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Kirkenes
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Vardø
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Båtsfjord
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Hammerfest
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Tromso
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Svolvær
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Harstad
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Sortland
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Stokmarknes
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Brønnøysund
- Day 11 · Sep 14, 2026Bodø
- Day 12 · Sep 15, 2026Sandnessjøen
- Day 13 · Sep 16, 2026Rørvik
- Day 14 · Sep 17, 2026Trondheim
- Day 15 · Sep 18, 2026Kristiansund
- Day 16 · Sep 19, 2026Molde
- Day 17 · Sep 20, 2026Bergen
- Day 18 · Sep 21, 2026Alesund
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Lofoten
MS Nordkapp
September 4, 2026
2-Night Mainland Norway Cruise
Departing from Kirkenes
From
$684
Price / day
$342
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Lofoten
Average
$0 / day
VS
MS Nordkapp
Average
$880 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Lofoten if…
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MS Nordkapp.
Choose MS Nordkapp if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Mainland Norway.
- Departing from Kirkenes works for your plans.
MS Lofoten vs MS Nordkapp: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Nordkapp
Built in 1996
32 years newer
Bigger
MS Nordkapp
11,386 GT
334% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Nordkapp is 32 years newer.
- MS Nordkapp is 334% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Lofoten or MS Nordkapp?
MS Nordkapp is newer. It was built in 1996, while MS Lofoten was built in 1964, making MS Nordkapp 32 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Lofoten or MS Nordkapp?
MS Nordkapp is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 11,386 GT compared with MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Where does MS Nordkapp sail?
The upcoming MS Nordkapp sailings currently listed cover Mainland Norway, departing from Kirkenes.
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