DFDS Pearl ferry at sea

Ships overview

Pearl Ferry Copenhagen-Oslo

Ships' overview

The two large ships operating on the Copenhagen - Frederikshavn - Oslo route are PEARL SEAWAYS and CROWN SEAWAYS.

The ships can accommodate over 1,700 passengers and our dedicated crew look forward to welcoming you to our world of maritime luxury.

DFDS Crown Seaways

Crown Seaways

This large cruise ship has sailed in the Scandinavian waters since 1994. CROWN SEAWAYS has space for 1,790 passengers and 450 cars.

Crown Seaways was renovated in 2017 and boasts restaurants, bars and conference facilities, plus a Bubble Zone.

Technical Details:

  • Length: 170m
  • Width: 28m
  • Cruising speed: 16 Knots
  • Passengers: 1,790
  • Cabins: 630
  • Cars: 450
  • Engine output: 19,880 kW
  • Year built: 1994
  • Renovated: 2005, 2008, 2014, 2015, 2017
Pearl Ferry Copenhagen-Oslo

Pearl Seaways

PEARL SEAWAYS was built in 1989 and rebuilt in 2001. Upgraded in 2019, the cruise ship boasts several luxury passenger cabins, a restaurant and conference facilities.

Technical Details:

  • Length: 178m
  • Width: 33m
  • Cruising speed: 16 Knots
  • Passengers: 1,832
  • Cabins: 702
  • Cars: 320
  • Engine output: 23,760 kW
  • Year built: 1989
  • Renovated: 2005, 2014, 2016, 2019
Danish Flag on Deck

Onboard Copenhagen - Frederikshavn - Oslo

Sail on our overnight ferry crossing between Copenhagen, Frederikshavn and Oslo and enjoy access to the excellent onboard facilities, including several restaurants, bars, a tax-free shop, spa and more.

DFDS Winner World Travel Awards 24

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

We did it! After being crowned ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024’ at the World Travel Awards earlier this year, we are delighted to announce we have retained our title as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator.

We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.