RMS Queen Mary 2 (QM2) is a British ocean liner. Queen Mary 2 sails regular transatlantic crossings between Southampton and New York City, in addition to short cruises and an annual world voyage. Queen Mary 2 entered service in 2003. Queen Mary 2 is an Ocean liner-class cruise ship operated by Cunard. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Queen Mary 2 with other Cunard ships before booking.
Queen Mary 2 Cruise Ship Guide
Cunard · Ocean liner-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
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Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Cunard
- Ship class
- Ocean liner
- Entered service
- 2003
- Gross tonnage
- 148,528 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 2,680 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 1,253
- Length
- 345 m
- Beam
- 41 m
What makes this ship notable
RMS Queen Mary 2 (QM2) is a British ocean liner. Queen Mary 2 sails regular transatlantic crossings between Southampton and New York City, in addition to short cruises and an annual world voyage.
Highlights
- RMS Queen Mary 2 (QM2) is a British ocean liner.
- Queen Mary 2 sails regular transatlantic crossings between Southampton and New York City, in addition to short cruises and an annual world.
Practical planning
Use Queen Mary 2’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Cunard for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Queen Mary 2 in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Queen Mary 2?
Queen Mary 2 is operated by Cunard.
When did Queen Mary 2 enter service?
Queen Mary 2 entered service in 2003.
What class is Queen Mary 2?
Queen Mary 2 is an Ocean liner-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Queen Mary 2 carry?
Catalog capacity is 2,680 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Queen Mary 2?
Verified catalog specs list Queen Mary 2 at 148,528 GT, 345 m long, 41 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Queen Mary 2?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
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