September 27, 2026
7-Night California Coast Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$699
Price / day
$100
Star Princess|Regal Princess
Star Princess vs Regal Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Star Princess
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Newer Ship
Regal Princess
Built in 2014
12 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Star Princess
$101 / day
$9 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Star Princess
41.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Star Princess vs Regal Princess: Quick Comparison
Regal Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 12 years newer than Star Princess, which entered service in 2002. Regal Princess is approximately 31% larger by gross tonnage at 142,714 GT. Regal Princess also carries 960 more passengers. Star Princess has upcoming sailings in California Coast and Panama Canal, while Regal Princess has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Star 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 | Star Princess | Regal Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2014Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 108,977 GT | 142,714 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,600 | 3,560 |
| Space per Passenger | 41.9 GT | 40.1 GT |
| Length | 289.51 m | 330 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Star Princess vs Regal Princess
Age
Regal Princess was built in 2014, making it 12 years newer than Star Princess, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 142,714 GT, Regal Princess is approximately 31% larger by gross tonnage than Star Princess at 108,977 GT.
Passenger capacity
Regal Princess carries up to 3,560 passengers compared with 2,600 aboard Star Princess, a difference of 960 passengers.
Passenger space
Star Princess offers more space per passenger: 41.9 GT per guest, compared with 40.1 aboard Regal Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Star Princess (California Coast and Panama Canal) and Regal Princess (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Star Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $101 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Regal Princess
Eastern Caribbean with Puerto Rico
- Departure Port
- Ft. Lauderdale
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026San Juan
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026St. Maarten
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Star Princess
September 27, 2026
23-Night Panama Canal Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,327
Price / day
$101
Regal Princess
September 12, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$913
Price / day
$130
September 19, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$623
Price / day
$89
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Star Princess
Average
$101 / day
VS
Regal Princess
Average
$110 / day
Star Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$101/day vs $110/day
About $9 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 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.
- 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 Regal Princess.
Choose Regal 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Ft. Lauderdale works for your plans.
Star Princess vs Regal Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Regal Princess
Built in 2014
12 years newer
Bigger
Regal Princess
142,714 GT
31% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Star Princess
$101 / day
About $9 less per day
- Regal Princess is 12 years newer.
- Regal Princess is 31% larger by gross tonnage.
- Regal Princess carries 960 more passengers.
- Star Princess offers more space per passenger (41.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Star Princess or Regal Princess?
Regal Princess is newer. It was built in 2014, while Star Princess was built in 2002, making Regal Princess 12 years newer.
Which is bigger, Star Princess or Regal Princess?
Regal Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 142,714 GT compared with Star Princess at 108,977 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Regal Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,560, compared with 2,600 for Star Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Star Princess or Regal Princess?
Star Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.9 GT per passenger, versus 40.1 for Regal Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Star Princess or Regal Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Star Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $101 per day versus $110 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Star Princess sail?
The upcoming Star Princess sailings currently listed cover California Coast and Panama Canal, departing from Vancouver.
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