Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Casuarina Point Beach to Schooner Bay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

9.1 NM

16.9 kilometers

Initial Bearing

211° SW

heading from Casuarina Point Beach

Estimated Passage Time

1h 49m

at 5 knots

1h 31m

at 6 knots

1h 18m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Casuarina Point Beach, known for its a four-mile ribbon of white sand and shallow flats renowned for bonefishing, paddleboarding, and barefoot tranquility., with Schooner Bay, where you can experience a new urbanist village where sustainable bahamian living meets full-service marina in the southernmost safe harbour of the abacos.. 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 Casuarina Point Beach from Schooner Bay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Casuarina Point Beach to Schooner Bay is approximately 9.1 nautical miles (16.9 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Casuarina Point Beach to Schooner Bay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 49m at 5 knots, 1h 31m at 6 knots, or 1h 18m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Casuarina Point Beach to Schooner Bay?
The initial bearing from Casuarina Point Beach to Schooner Bay is approximately 211° (SW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.