Greek Islands Sailing Distance Calculator

Typical 30-50m motor yacht at sustained cruise (not max speed).

Distance in nautical miles. One nautical mile is 1.852 km, the standard maritime unit. Distances are direct sea routes (the way a captain would actually sail), rounded to the nearest 5 nm.

Passage time uses each yacht type's sustained cruise speed in moderate weather. Motor yachts cruise at 16-22 knots; sailing yachts at 6-9 knots depending on wind; catamarans at 8-12 knots under sail. Plan for 10-20% buffer time for departures, anchoring, and weather avoidance.

Fuel cost uses €1.95/L marine diesel (2026 Greek port average) and mid-range litres-per-hour figures for each yacht category. Real fuel cost varies by yacht-specific engine load, weather, and current cruise mode (eco vs cruise vs sport). The captain delivers a route-specific quote at booking.

Plan a 7-night charter so that no single day exceeds 60-80 nm under power or 40-60 nm under sail. Beyond those distances, the day becomes a transit rather than a charter day. Build the route around overnight anchorages 30-60 nm apart for the most relaxed pace.