Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Green Turtle Cay: Distance & Time
Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.
Route Details
Direct Distance
22.2 NM
41.1 kilometers
Initial Bearing
126° SE
heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay
Estimated Passage Time
4h 26m
at 5 knots
3h 42m
at 6 knots
3h 10m
at 7 knots
About This Route
Both Allans-Pensacola Cay and Green Turtle Cay are located in the Northern Abacos. This passage connects Allans-Pensacola Cay, known for its an uninhabited cruisers' sanctuary where driftwood art installations and a legendary signing tree chronicle decades of seafaring visitors., with Green Turtle Cay, where you can experience loyalist history, the original goombay smash, and pastel new plymouth charm.. The Sea of Abaco provides protected waters for most of this route, making it a comfortable sail in typical conditions.
Important: Distances are approximate direct (straight-line) measurements for trip-planning only. Actual sailing routes follow channels and marked passages and will be longer. Do not use for navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How far is Allans-Pensacola Cay from Green Turtle Cay by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Green Turtle Cay is approximately 22.2 nautical miles (41.1 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Green Turtle Cay?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 4h 26m at 5 knots, 3h 42m at 6 knots, or 3h 10m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Green Turtle Cay?
- The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Green Turtle Cay is approximately 126° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.