Cruise Ships Can Travel at 30 MPH, Here’s Why They Rarely Do
How Fast Do Cruise Ships Travel? Most cruise ships sail comfortably between 18 to 22 knots (which is 21–25 mph). While their engines can go faster, doing so comes with certain trade-offs. Modern ships, like those in the Royal Caribbean or Norwegian fleets, are engineered to balance speed with environmental and operational demands. Larger vessels … Read more