How long does it take to sail from Newport to Bermuda?

It takes more than two hours to get all those boats started in their six divisions and 17 classes. The rules say, “The Newport Bermuda Race is not a race for novices.” Depending on weather, Gulf Stream currents and the boat’s size and speed, the race takes two to six days to complete.

How many nautical miles from Newport to Bermuda?

635 nautical miles
The Newport Bermuda Race, commonly known as the Bermuda Race, is a biennial, 635 nautical miles (1175 km) sailing yacht race from Newport, Rhode Island to the British island of Bermuda.

How long to sail to Bermuda?

On a 30-foot boat it usually takes a little over 5 days to complete the voyage from New York to Bermuda. So if you are planning to take a private yacht and sail during your vacation, Bermuda can be an ideal destination considering the typical vacation time you get these days.

How to become a sponsor of the Newport Bermuda Race?

Interested in becoming a sponsor for 2022? Learn more about what makes the Newport Bermuda Race so special from its 100+ year history to the legendary sailors who have participated. Find all you need to know about the race with this guide to walk you through the entry process, planning for inspections, and meeting all the race requirements.

Why was the Bermuda Race cancelled in 2020?

The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee (BROC) has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Newport Bermuda Race due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our position has always been that we can only conduct the race if conditions for competitors and local populations made it safe to do so.

What do you need to know about the Bermuda Race?

Find all you need to know about the race with this guide to walk you through the entry process, planning for inspections, and meeting all the race requirements. Each year we compile useful information to help competitors prepare the race from shore side logistics to navigational tutorials of the Gulf Stream.