Signature highlights
Panoramic lounges, two outdoor hot tubs, coastal views, an onboard Expedition Team and a battery-hybrid propulsion upgrade. The ship also supports limited vehicle carriage as part of its passenger-and-cargo role.
MS Richard With
MS Richard With is a 590-guest Hurtigruten cruise ship, in service since 1993. This page lists 211 upcoming departures across 16 itineraries in Northern Europe, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Scenic-focused travelers who value coastal views
✓ Travelers preferring a smaller, quieter ship
✓ Casual diners wanting several relaxed meal venues
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MS Richard With at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 47%
A small ship at 11,205 gross tons — #297 of 566 ships we track. 19 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Scenic-focused travelers who value coastal views
- Travelers preferring a smaller, quieter ship
- Casual diners wanting several relaxed meal venues
- Couples and solo travelers seeking informal shared spaces
- Guests interested in lectures and regional culture
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting waterparks, casinos or large theatrical shows
- Guests seeking private balconies from standard cabin categories
- Families expecting a dedicated kids club
- Passengers who prefer formal dining and dress codes
- Travelers wanting extensive nightlife and entertainment
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: BergenCurrently on: Kirkenes - Hammerfest - Tromsø (1 nights) — Underway from Tromsø
14.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Richard With
MS Richard With is a Norwegian Coastal Express passenger-and-cargo ship named after Hurtigruten’s founder. Built in 1993 at Volkswerft Stralsund, the vessel combines practical coastal transport with panoramic lounges, locally sourced dining and a relaxed Nordic atmosphere. Its current configuration includes 199 cabins, space for up to 590 guests, accessible accommodation and facilities suited to scenic voyages along Norway’s coast. A battery-hybrid and emissions-reduction upgrade has modernized the ship while retaining its classic maritime character.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Hurtigruten
- Builder / shipyard
- Volkswerft Stralsund, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Norway (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- LGWH
- IMO number
- 9040429
- MMSI
- 258500000
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship offers flexible cabin configurations, including cabins and suites that can accommodate families. Vehicle carriage is available in limited numbers when space is reserved and the vehicle meets the operator’s size restrictions.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a fitness room, sauna and two outdoor hot tubs. These amenities are designed for light exercise and relaxation while traveling through Norway’s coastal scenery.
Accessibility
Hurtigruten identifies step-free access to important public areas, two adapted public toilets and a limited number of cabins with automatic doors. Accessible cabin availability should be confirmed before booking.
Environmental features
The ship received a battery-hybrid and emissions-reduction upgrade, including large battery packs, newer engines, improved wastewater treatment and SRC technology for reducing nitrogen-oxide emissions. Hurtigruten states that the upgrade reduces fuel use and CO2 emissions by approximately 25 percent.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 7
Explorer Lounge & Bar Multe Fitness room Observation Deck Seating AreaDeck 6
Outdoor hot tub Expedition Suite Arctic Superior Polar OutsideDeck 5
Observation Deck Outdoor Walking Deck Expedition Suite Arctic Superior Polar Outside Polar InsideDeck 4
Torget Kysten Brygga Lecture halls Shop Activity Center Kompass Service Center Information Post OfficeDeck 3
Gangway Check-in Point Polar Outside Polar InsideDeck 2
Sauna Car Deck Tender Area Polar OutsideView the official MS Richard With deck plans from Hurtigruten →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition SuiteCodes M4, MG4, Q2 and Q4; includes suites and mini suites with windows. M4 suites have private balconies. | Suite | 20 | 183–323 sq ft | 4 | 5, 6 |
| Arctic SuperiorCodes P2, P2D and U2D; outside cabins with windows, including some restricted-view cabins. | Oceanview | — | 108–118 sq ft | 2 | 5, 6 |
| Polar OutsideCodes J2, J2D, L2, L3, N2D, N3, O2, O3 and SD; includes porthole, restricted-view and accessible cabins. | Oceanview | — | 86–183 sq ft | 3 | 2, 3, 5, 6 |
| Polar InsideCodes I2, K1 and K2; windowless cabins, including a single-occupancy K1 category. | Inside | — | 86–97 sq ft | 2 | 3, 5 |
Dining, bars & venues
1 included 2 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Torget
Varies
The main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with beverages charged separately.
Kysten
Extra cost
An à la carte restaurant serving dinner-oriented coastal cuisine.
Brygga
Extra cost
A daytime bistro serving salads, sandwiches, pizzas and burgers.
Multe
A bakery and café serving pastries, coffee and local ice cream.
Bars & lounges
Explorer Lounge & Bar
Varies
A panoramic lounge and bar with indoor seating and coastal views.
History & sister ships
- 1993Entered service, built by Volkswerft Stralsund, Germany.
- 2018The ship received an upgrade that added guest spaces and modified existing public areas.
- 2022A major environmental refit installed battery-hybrid propulsion, new engines, emissions-control equipment, upgraded wastewater treatment and related technical systems.
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Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 13, 2026
32 upcoming departures
All 16 itineraries and their departure dates
- Bergen - Ålesund - Trondheim 7 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026
- Bergen - Ålesund - Trondheim - Bodø - Tromsø 7 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026, 1 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 23 Jan 2027
- Bergen - Ålesund - Trondheim - Svolvær 7 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026, 1 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 23 Jan 2027
- Bergen – Kirkenes 7 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026, 1 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 23 Jan 2027, 3 Feb 2027, 14 Feb 2027, 25 Feb 2027, 8 Mar 2027, 19 Mar 2027, 30 Mar 2027, 10 Apr 2027, 21 Apr 2027, 2 May 2027, 13 May 2027, 24 May 2027, 4 Jun 2027, 15 Jun 2027, 26 Jun 2027, 7 Jul 2027, 18 Jul 2027, 29 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 11 Sep 2027, 22 Sep 2027, 3 Oct 2027, 14 Oct 2027, 25 Oct 2027
- Bergen – Kirkenes – Bergen 7 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026, 1 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 23 Jan 2027, 3 Feb 2027, 14 Feb 2027, 25 Feb 2027, 8 Mar 2027, 19 Mar 2027, 30 Mar 2027, 10 Apr 2027, 21 Apr 2027, 2 May 2027, 13 May 2027, 24 May 2027, 4 Jun 2027, 15 Jun 2027, 26 Jun 2027, 7 Jul 2027, 18 Jul 2027, 29 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 11 Sep 2027, 22 Sep 2027, 3 Oct 2027, 14 Oct 2027, 25 Oct 2027
- Bergen – Kirkenes – Trondheim 7 Nov 2026, 29 Nov 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026, 1 Jan 2027, 12 Jan 2027, 23 Jan 2027, 3 Feb 2027, 14 Feb 2027, 25 Feb 2027, 8 Mar 2027, 19 Mar 2027, 30 Mar 2027, 10 Apr 2027, 21 Apr 2027, 2 May 2027, 13 May 2027, 24 May 2027, 4 Jun 2027, 15 Jun 2027, 26 Jun 2027, 7 Jul 2027, 18 Jul 2027, 29 Jul 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 11 Sep 2027, 22 Sep 2027, 3 Oct 2027, 14 Oct 2027, 25 Oct 2027
- Kirkenes - Hammerfest - Svolvær 13 Nov 2026, 5 Dec 2026, 16 Dec 2026, 27 Dec 2026, 7 Jan 2027, 18 Jan 2027, 29 Jan 2027
- Kirkenes - Hammerfest - Tromsø 13 Nov 2026, 5 Dec 2026, 16 Dec 2026, 27 Dec 2026, 7 Jan 2027, 18 Jan 2027, 29 Jan 2027
- Kirkenes – Bergen 13 Nov 2026, 5 Dec 2026, 16 Dec 2026, 27 Dec 2026, 7 Jan 2027, 18 Jan 2027, 29 Jan 2027, 9 Feb 2027, 20 Feb 2027, 3 Mar 2027, 14 Mar 2027, 25 Mar 2027, 5 Apr 2027, 16 Apr 2027, 27 Apr 2027, 8 May 2027, 19 May 2027, 30 May 2027, 10 Jun 2027, 21 Jun 2027, 2 Jul 2027, 13 Jul 2027, 24 Jul 2027, 4 Aug 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 26 Aug 2027, 6 Sep 2027, 17 Sep 2027, 28 Sep 2027, 9 Oct 2027, 20 Oct 2027, 31 Oct 2027
- Svolvær - Brønnøysund - Trondheim - Bergen 4 Nov 2026, 15 Nov 2026, 7 Dec 2026, 18 Dec 2026, 29 Dec 2026, 9 Jan 2027, 20 Jan 2027, 31 Jan 2027
- Svolvær - Tromsø - Honningsvåg - Kirkenes 10 Nov 2026, 2 Dec 2026, 13 Dec 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 4 Jan 2027, 15 Jan 2027, 26 Jan 2027
- Tromsø - Brønnøysund - Trondheim 4 Nov 2026, 15 Nov 2026, 7 Dec 2026, 18 Dec 2026, 29 Dec 2026, 9 Jan 2027, 20 Jan 2027, 31 Jan 2027
- Tromsø - Honningsvåg - Båtsfjord - Kirkenes 11 Nov 2026, 3 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 5 Jan 2027, 16 Jan 2027, 27 Jan 2027
- Tromsø - Kirkenes - Tromsø 11 Nov 2026, 3 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 5 Jan 2027, 16 Jan 2027, 27 Jan 2027
- Trondheim - Bodø - Tromsø 9 Nov 2026, 1 Dec 2026, 12 Dec 2026, 23 Dec 2026, 3 Jan 2027, 14 Jan 2027, 25 Jan 2027
- Trondheim - Kristiansund - Bergen 6 Nov 2026, 17 Nov 2026, 9 Dec 2026, 20 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026, 11 Jan 2027, 22 Jan 2027
All Upcoming Departures
MS Richard With FAQ
What flag does MS Richard With sail under?
MS Richard With is registered in Norway.
How many passengers does MS Richard With hold?
MS Richard With carries about 590 guests with roughly 70 crew.
How old is MS Richard With?
MS Richard With entered service in 1993 and was last refurbished in 2023.
How big is MS Richard With?
At 11,205 gross tons and 122 m long, MS Richard With is a small ship — larger than 47% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
Is there a dress code on MS Richard With?
No formal dress code is used. Casual clothing is acceptable in the restaurants and lounges, although shoes must be worn for safety.
Which dining is included on MS Richard With?
Full-board fares include breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main dining service. Brygga, Kysten, beverages and some café items may cost extra depending on the fare and purchase.
Are tips expected on MS Richard With?
Tipping is not expected on Hurtigruten voyages. Guests may leave an optional tip for exceptional service.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Richard With?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship, including cabins, although speeds and signal strength can vary in coastal waters.
Is MS Richard With accessible for wheelchair users?
The ship has step-free access to key public areas, accessible public toilets and limited accessible cabins. Accessible cabins include cabins 331, 333, 335 and 643.
Are children welcome on MS Richard With?
Children are welcome, but the ship does not provide a dedicated kids club or structured children’s activities.