How far is Elbow Cay from Sandy Cay by boat?

The direct sailing distance from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay is approximately 7.8 nautical miles (14.5 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.

How long does it take to sail from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay?

At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 34m at 5 knots, 1h 18m at 6 knots, or 1h 7m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.

What is the heading from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay?

The initial bearing from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay is approximately 191° (S). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.

Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

7.8 NM

14.5 kilometers

Initial Bearing

191° S

heading from Elbow Cay

Estimated Passage Time

1h 34m

at 5 knots

1h 18m

at 6 knots

1h 7m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both Elbow Cay and Sandy Cay are located in the Central Abacos. This passage connects Elbow Cay, known for its a car-free island paradise crowned by one of the world's last hand-cranked kerosene lighthouses., with Sandy Cay, where you can experience a pristine uninhabited cay within the protected pelican cays land and sea park, renowned for some of the healthiest coral formations in the bahamas.. 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 Elbow Cay from Sandy Cay by boat?: The direct sailing distance from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay is approximately 7.8 nautical miles (14.5 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay?: At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 34m at 5 knots, 1h 18m at 6 knots, or 1h 7m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay?: The initial bearing from Elbow Cay to Sandy Cay is approximately 191° (S). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.