September 5, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$1,059
Price / day
$151
Norwegian Escape|Norwegian Breakaway
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Breakaway
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Norwegian Escape
Built in 2015
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Breakaway
$109 / day
$47 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Escape
38.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Breakaway: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Escape is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2015, it is 2 years newer than Norwegian Breakaway, which entered service in 2013. Norwegian Escape is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage at 165,157 GT. Norwegian Escape also carries 279 more passengers. Norwegian Escape has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, while Norwegian Breakaway has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 | Norwegian Escape | Norwegian Breakaway |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2015Newer | 2013 |
| Gross Tonnage | 165,157 GT | 145,655 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,248 | 3,969 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.9 GT | 36.7 GT |
| Length | 325.9 m | 325.64 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Breakaway
Age
Norwegian Escape was built in 2015, making it 2 years newer than Norwegian Breakaway, which was built in 2013.
Size
At 165,157 GT, Norwegian Escape is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Breakaway at 145,655 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Escape carries up to 4,248 passengers compared with 3,969 aboard Norwegian Breakaway, a difference of 279 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Escape offers more space per passenger: 38.9 GT per guest, compared with 36.7 aboard Norwegian Breakaway. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Breakaway cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day at $109 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Norwegian Escape
Canada & New England: Boston & Halifax
- Departure Port
- New York
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New York
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Sydney
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Halifax
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Boston
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Newport
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026New York
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Norwegian Breakaway
Canada & New England: Bar Harbor & Halifax
- Departure Port
- Boston
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Boston
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Bar Harbor
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Halifax
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Saint John
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Norwegian Escape
September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$1,129
Price / day
$161
Norwegian Breakaway
September 6, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$689
Price / day
$98
September 13, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$839
Price / day
$120
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Escape
Average
$156 / day
VS
Norwegian Breakaway
Average
$109 / day
Norwegian Breakaway is currently 30% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$109/day vs $156/day
About $47 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Norwegian Escape 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).
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from New York works for your plans.
Choose Norwegian Breakaway if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from Boston works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Norwegian Escape.
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Breakaway: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Escape
Built in 2015
2 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Escape
165,157 GT
13% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Breakaway
$109 / day
About $47 less per day
- Norwegian Escape is 2 years newer.
- Norwegian Escape is 13% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Escape carries 279 more passengers.
- Norwegian Escape offers more space per passenger (38.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Escape is newer. It was built in 2015, while Norwegian Breakaway was built in 2013, making Norwegian Escape 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Escape is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 165,157 GT compared with Norwegian Breakaway at 145,655 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Escape has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,248, compared with 3,969 for Norwegian Breakaway.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Escape has the higher passenger space ratio at 38.9 GT per passenger, versus 36.7 for Norwegian Breakaway. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Breakaway?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day at $109 per day versus $156 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Escape sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Escape sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England, departing from New York.
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