How far is Powell Cay from Schooner Bay by boat?

The direct sailing distance from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay is approximately 47.9 nautical miles (88.8 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.

How long does it take to sail from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay?

At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 9h 35m at 5 knots, 7h 59m at 6 knots, or 6h 51m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.

What is the heading from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay?

The initial bearing from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay is approximately 158° (S). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.

Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

47.9 NM

88.8 kilometers

Initial Bearing

158° S

heading from Powell Cay

Estimated Passage Time

9h 35m

at 5 knots

7h 59m

at 6 knots

6h 51m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Powell Cay, known for its an uninhabited 294-acre sanctuary where cliff-nesting tropicbirds soar above pristine atlantic beaches and crystal-clear anchorages., 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 Powell Cay from Schooner Bay by boat?: The direct sailing distance from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay is approximately 47.9 nautical miles (88.8 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay?: At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 9h 35m at 5 knots, 7h 59m at 6 knots, or 6h 51m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay?: The initial bearing from Powell Cay to Schooner Bay is approximately 158° (S). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.