Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Tilloo Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

48.1 NM

89.1 kilometers

Initial Bearing

131° SE

heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay

Estimated Passage Time

9h 37m

at 5 knots

8h 1m

at 6 knots

6h 52m

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 Tilloo Cay, where you can experience a pristine nature reserve where white-tailed tropicbirds nest along wild atlantic shores and crystal-clear shallows invite exploration.. 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 Tilloo Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Tilloo Cay is approximately 48.1 nautical miles (89.1 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Tilloo Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 9h 37m at 5 knots, 8h 1m at 6 knots, or 6h 52m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Tilloo Cay?
The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Tilloo Cay is approximately 131° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.