September 17, 2026
16-Night Hawaii Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,999
Price / day
$125
Ruby Princess|Star Princess
Ruby Princess vs Star Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Ruby Princess
Built in 2008
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Ruby Princess
$100 / day
$1 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Star Princess
41.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ruby Princess vs Star Princess: Quick Comparison
Ruby Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 6 years newer than Star Princess, which entered service in 2002. Ruby Princess is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 113,561 GT. Ruby Princess also carries 480 more passengers. Ruby Princess has upcoming sailings in Hawaii, while Star Princess has sailings in California Coast and Panama Canal. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Ruby Princess has the lower average starting price per day. 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 | Ruby Princess | Star Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,561 GT | 108,977 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,080 | 2,600 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 41.9 GT |
| Length | 288.59 m | 289.51 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ruby Princess vs Star Princess
Age
Ruby Princess was built in 2008, making it 6 years newer than Star Princess, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 113,561 GT, Ruby Princess is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Star Princess at 108,977 GT.
Passenger capacity
Ruby Princess carries up to 3,080 passengers compared with 2,600 aboard Star Princess, a difference of 480 passengers.
Passenger space
Star Princess offers more space per passenger: 41.9 GT per guest, compared with 36.9 aboard Ruby Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Ruby Princess (Hawaii) and Star Princess (California Coast and Panama Canal) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Ruby Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $100 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Ruby Princess
Hawaiian Islands
- Departure Port
- San Francisco
- Region
- Hawaii
- Nights
- 16
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 17, 2026San Francisco
- Day 2 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 20, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 22, 2026Kauai
- Day 7 · Sep 23, 2026Honolulu
- Day 8 · Sep 24, 2026Kona
- Day 9 · Sep 25, 2026Kahului
- Day 10 · Sep 26, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 27, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 28, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Oct 1, 2026Ensenada
- Day 16 · Oct 2, 2026At Sea
- Day 17 · Oct 3, 2026San Francisco
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Star Princess
Pacific Wine Country
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- California Coast
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 27, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 28, 2026Vancouver
- Day 3 · Sep 29, 2026Victoria
- Day 4 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Oct 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Oct 2, 2026San Francisco
- Day 7 · Oct 3, 2026San Francisco
- Day 8 · Oct 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 5, 2026Los Angeles
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Ruby Princess
November 8, 2026
16-Night Hawaii Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,201
Price / day
$75
Star Princess
September 27, 2026
7-Night California Coast Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$699
Price / day
$100
September 27, 2026
23-Night Panama Canal Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,327
Price / day
$101
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Ruby Princess
Average
$100 / day
VS
Star Princess
Average
$101 / day
Ruby Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$100/day vs $101/day
About $1 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Ruby Princess 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 want to sail in Hawaii.
- Departing from San Francisco works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Star Princess if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in California Coast and Panama Canal.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Ruby Princess.
Ruby Princess vs Star Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Ruby Princess
Built in 2008
6 years newer
Bigger
Ruby Princess
113,561 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Ruby Princess
$100 / day
About $1 less per day
- Ruby Princess is 6 years newer.
- Ruby Princess is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Ruby Princess carries 480 more passengers.
- Star Princess offers more space per passenger (41.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ruby Princess or Star Princess?
Ruby Princess is newer. It was built in 2008, while Star Princess was built in 2002, making Ruby Princess 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ruby Princess or Star Princess?
Ruby Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 113,561 GT compared with Star Princess at 108,977 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Ruby Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,080, compared with 2,600 for Star Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Ruby Princess or Star Princess?
Star Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.9 GT per passenger, versus 36.9 for Ruby Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Ruby Princess or Star Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Ruby Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $100 per day versus $101 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Ruby Princess sail?
The upcoming Ruby Princess sailings currently listed cover Hawaii, departing from San Francisco.
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