Most golfers playing a full 18 holes on a simulator finish in about two to two and a half hours as a foursome. Solo or in pairs, it's often noticeably faster, since there's no walking between shots and no waiting on the group ahead of you.
Why Simulator Rounds Move Faster
Outdoor golf loses a lot of time to walking the course and waiting on groups ahead. None of that exists indoors. The course loads instantly between holes, there's no cart or walk to the next tee, and you're never stuck behind slower play.
Typical Time By Group Size
- Solo: roughly 45 minutes to an hour for 18 holes
- Two players: around 1 to 1.5 hours
- A foursome: about 2 to 2.5 hours
These are general ranges. Pace of play, course difficulty, and how much time your group spends between shots will shift it in either direction.
Booking the Right Amount of Time
Bays are booked in 30-minute increments, so it's easy to match the slot to your group. If time is tight, playing the front nine in about an hour is a simple way to get a full golf session in without committing to the whole round.
Want to Play Faster (or Slower)?
Simulator software lets you adjust settings like mulligans, gimme putts, and practice swings, all of which affect pace. A casual group looking to move quickly can speed things up considerably compared to a round played strictly by the rules.
Ready to find out for yourself? Book a bay and pick a time slot that fits your group.