How far is No Name Cay from Powell Cay by boat?

The direct sailing distance from No Name Cay to Powell Cay is approximately 14.9 nautical miles (27.6 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.

How long does it take to sail from No Name Cay to Powell Cay?

At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 2h 59m at 5 knots, 2h 29m at 6 knots, or 2h 8m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.

What is the heading from No Name Cay to Powell Cay?

The initial bearing from No Name Cay to Powell Cay is approximately 308° (NW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.

Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from No Name Cay to Powell Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

14.9 NM

27.6 kilometers

Initial Bearing

308° NW

heading from No Name Cay

Estimated Passage Time

2h 59m

at 5 knots

2h 29m

at 6 knots

2h 8m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both No Name Cay and Powell Cay are located in the Northern Abacos. This passage connects No Name Cay, known for its meet the famous swimming pigs of abaco at this uninhabited cay where friendly porkers wade out to greet arriving boats., with Powell Cay, where you can experience an uninhabited 294-acre sanctuary where cliff-nesting tropicbirds soar above pristine atlantic beaches and crystal-clear anchorages.. 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 No Name Cay from Powell Cay by boat?: The direct sailing distance from No Name Cay to Powell Cay is approximately 14.9 nautical miles (27.6 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from No Name Cay to Powell Cay?: At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 2h 59m at 5 knots, 2h 29m at 6 knots, or 2h 8m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from No Name Cay to Powell Cay?: The initial bearing from No Name Cay to Powell Cay is approximately 308° (NW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.