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.