Plan Your Round
How Long Does 18 Holes Take on a Golf Simulator?
Use these Golf Lab24 planning estimates to reserve the right amount of time for your group. Actual pace varies, so plan with a little buffer.
Planning Estimates
Estimated Time for 18 Holes
These are estimates. Your actual round time depends on pace of play, skill level, and how much conversation happens between shots.
| Players | Estimated Time for 18 Holes |
|---|---|
1 golfer | 60-90 minutes |
2 golfers | 90-120 minutes |
4 golfers | 3-4 hours |
Variables
What Affects Simulator Round Time?
Simulator golf removes some real-world delays, but several factors still influence how long your session lasts.
- Number of golfers
- Player skill
- Familiarity with GSPro
- Mulligans
- Practice swings
- Putting settings
- Course difficulty
- Conversation and socializing
- Food and drink breaks
- Whether players are moving quickly or casually
Booking Guidance
How Much Time Should I Book?
Solo practice / quick round
1-1.5 hours
Two golfers
1.5-2 hours
Three or four golfers
Book based on whether the goal is a complete round, practice, or entertainment
Flexible Use
You Do Not Have to Play 18 Holes
GSPro gives you plenty of options beyond a full round.
Efficiency
Why Simulator Golf Can Be Faster
Indoor golf removes many of the logistical delays that stretch an outdoor round to five hours or more.
- No walking between holes
- No searching extensively for balls
- No waiting on groups ahead
- No cart travel
- Immediate transition from shot to shot
Ready to Book the Right Amount of Time?
Reserve a private bay at Golf Lab24 and choose the session length that fits your group and goals.