Depending on the facility you visit, there are usually between 25 and 350 balls in a bucket at the driving range. Buckets come in at least three variants: small (about 35 balls), medium (70 balls), and large (100 balls). You should always ask at the driving range to ensure you get enough golf balls for your session.
Range Ball Characteristics and Pricing
Generally, range balls do not fly as far as regular golf balls. It’s the range of distances from ball to ball, in other words, that is the biggest distance difference.
Some driving ranges charge by the hour, and others charge by the number of range balls purchased. The majority charge around $8 for a bucket of golf balls. At an upscale facility, you may pay closer to $10 for a medium-sized bucket. At a place with slower turnover, the same $10 could get a large or jumbo bucket. Most players want a medium or large bucket. Some facilities sell small buckets with about 25 balls for around $3.
Bucket Sizes and Practice Habits
The number of golf balls in a large bucket varies with bucket size and how the range fills it. Range bucket sizes are basically six sizes. Some ranges fill by hand, not to the top. Others use vending machines.
Standard buckets average around 72 golf balls. At the driving range, a beginner golfer can work an hour hitting balls, learning to utilize clubs and line up shots. Most people spend 2-3 hours daily at the range. Growth level is proportional to how often you practice. Visit the range at least twice a week to accelerate your growth.