Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay: Distance & Time

Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.

Route Details

Direct Distance

47.4 NM

87.8 kilometers

Initial Bearing

128° SE

heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay

Estimated Passage Time

9h 29m

at 5 knots

7h 54m

at 6 knots

6h 46m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. 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 Lubbers Quarters Cay, where you can experience a tranquil private island hideaway where barefoot beach bars and pristine shores define the authentic bahamian escape.. 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 Lubbers Quarters Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay is approximately 47.4 nautical miles (87.8 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 9h 29m at 5 knots, 7h 54m at 6 knots, or 6h 46m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay?
The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay is approximately 128° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.