September 23, 2026
2-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Tromso
From
$678
Price / day
$339
MS Lofoten|MS Nordlys
MS Lofoten vs MS Nordlys
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MS Lofoten
Hurtigruten
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Newer Ship
MS Nordlys
Built in 1994
30 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
MS Lofoten vs MS Nordlys: Quick Comparison
MS Nordlys is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1994, it is 30 years newer than MS Lofoten, which entered service in 1964. MS Nordlys is approximately 327% larger by gross tonnage at 11,204 GT. MS Nordlys 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 Nordlys |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1964 | 1994Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 2,621 GT | 11,204 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 400 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 6.6 GT | — |
| Length | 87.41 m | 121.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Lofoten vs MS Nordlys
Age
MS Nordlys was built in 1994, making it 30 years newer than MS Lofoten, which was built in 1964.
Size
At 11,204 GT, MS Nordlys is approximately 327% larger by gross tonnage than MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Lofoten and MS Nordlys (['Mainland Norway']) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
MS Nordlys
Arctic Capital to the Norwegian Border
- Departure Port
- Tromso
- Region
- ['Mainland Norway']
- Nights
- 2
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 23, 2026Tromso
- Day 2 · Sep 24, 2026Skjervøy
- Day 3 · Sep 25, 2026Honningsvåg
- Day 4 · Sep 26, 2026Båtsfjord
- Day 5 · Sep 27, 2026Kirkenes
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Lofoten
MS Nordlys
September 25, 2026
5-Night ['Mainland Norway'] Cruise
Departing from Kirkenes
From
$3,219
Price / day
$644
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Lofoten
Average
$0 / day
VS
MS Nordlys
Average
$492 / 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 Nordlys.
Choose MS Nordlys if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in ['Mainland Norway'].
- Departing from Tromso and Kirkenes works for your plans.
MS Lofoten vs MS Nordlys: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MS Nordlys
Built in 1994
30 years newer
Bigger
MS Nordlys
11,204 GT
327% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MS Nordlys is 30 years newer.
- MS Nordlys is 327% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Lofoten or MS Nordlys?
MS Nordlys is newer. It was built in 1994, while MS Lofoten was built in 1964, making MS Nordlys 30 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Lofoten or MS Nordlys?
MS Nordlys is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 11,204 GT compared with MS Lofoten at 2,621 GT.
Where does MS Nordlys sail?
The upcoming MS Nordlys sailings currently listed cover ['Mainland Norway'], departing from Tromso and Kirkenes.
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