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indekscen.pl editorial team · published 30 September 2026 · prices according to the 5 October 2026 index
At a shooting range, you pay for three things: ammunition, a shooting lane and, if needed, an instructor. A 9 mm pistol cartridge costs around PLN 3.50 according to price lists (from PLN 3 to PLN 4), so 50 shots cost around PLN 180. On top of that, there is shooting lane hire at around 30 PLN/h and an instructor at around 63 PLN/h.
At a glance (as at 5 October 2026)
- According to price lists, a 9 mm pistol cartridge at a shooting range costs around PLN 3.50, from PLN 3 to PLN 4 each.
- At a shooting range, 50 shots from a 9 mm pistol cost around PLN 180 for the ammunition alone, while 100 shots cost around PLN 350.
- Shooting lane hire costs around 30 PLN/h, while an instructor at a shooting range costs around 63 PLN/h.
- Medical and psychological examinations for a firearms permit cost around PLN 550, while the examination before a police board costs PLN 865.
A first visit to a shooting range may seem expensive or inexpensive depending on how you calculate the bill. Shooting ranges do not charge a single admission price: they sell ammunition by the round, charge separately for the shooting lane and instructor, and also offer packages that include everything. Below, we break down the cost, calculate typical scenarios (50 and 100 shots) and show how much it costs to obtain your own firearm. The figures are medians from public shooting range price lists and guides collected in the price index.
How much does a visit to a shooting range cost?
For a single visit to a shooting range, you will usually pay for the ammunition plus the shooting lane, and on your first visit, an instructor as well. According to 4 price lists collected by indekscen.pl, a 9 mm pistol cartridge costs around PLN 3.50 each. Shooting lane hire costs around 30 PLN/h, while an instructor costs around 63 PLN/h.
In practice, the bill looks like this:
| Item | Price (median from price lists) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 9 mm cartridge (pistol) | PLN 3.50 | charged for each shot |
| 50 shots from a 9 mm pistol | PLN 180 | enough for a first visit |
| 100 shots from a 9 mm pistol | PLN 350 | roughly two visits of 50 shots each |
| Shooting lane hire | 30 PLN/h | charged separately at some shooting ranges |
| Instructor | 63 PLN/h | usually compulsory on a first visit |
We do not add these items together into a single figure because shooting ranges charge for them differently: one includes the lane in the ammunition price, another charges by the hour, and a third includes the instructor in a package. Always ask for the total price of the visit, not just the price of a cartridge. A full price comparison and quotations from price lists are available at shooting at a shooting range.
How much do shots at a shooting range cost?
A shot from a 9 mm pistol costs from PLN 3 to PLN 4 at a shooting range, most commonly around PLN 3.50. This is the most popular ammunition at recreational shooting ranges and the benchmark for other calibres.
The price of a shot depends primarily on the calibre. Small-calibre .22 LR ammunition is usually significantly cheaper than 9 mm and is well suited to a first training session. Rifle and shotgun ammunition costs more, while a shot from a large-calibre firearm can cost several times as much as a pistol shot. Our sources provide stable prices only for 9 mm, so we describe the other calibres without quoting prices: check them in the price list of your chosen shooting range.
The second factor is the firearm. At a commercial shooting range, you use a hired firearm and buy ammunition on site at the range’s listed price. Someone with a permit who shoots their own firearm often pays only for the lane.
| Service | Median | Typically | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shooting at a shooting range | PLN 3.50 | PLN 3.50 | 4 |
| Paintball | 45 PLN/person | 33 ‑ 68 PLN/person | 3 |
| Go-karting | PLN 57 | PLN 51 ‑ 63 | 3 |
| Escape room | PLN 200 | PLN 180 ‑ 285 | 5 |
Median and typical range from public price lists, as at 5 October 2026. Each price includes a source and quotation on the service page.
How much do shooting lessons cost at a shooting range?
According to price lists, shooting lessons cost around 63 PLN/h for an instructor, plus the cost of ammunition and the shooting lane. On a first visit, an instructor or range officer is always present at the lane: they explain the safety rules and demonstrate grip, stance and aiming.
How to organise your lessons without overpaying:
- First visit with an instructor and a small amount of ammunition. 30 to 50 shots from one firearm are enough to learn the basics. 50 shots of 9 mm ammunition cost around PLN 180.
- Start with a smaller calibre. Less recoil lets you focus on technique, and the ammunition is cheaper.
- Schedule subsequent visits at regular times. Some shooting ranges offer cheaper lanes on weekdays and in the morning.
- Choose a package instead of individual items if you want to try several types of firearm. A package can offer better value than buying the same ammunition by the round.
- Join a shooting club if you shoot regularly. Club members often pay lower rates for shooting lanes.
How long does a shooting range session take?
Firing 50 shots takes between a dozen and several dozen minutes, but an entire first visit to a shooting range usually takes about an hour. This includes the safety briefing, loading magazines, changing targets and discussing the results.
A lane charged by the hour, at around 30 PLN/h, is therefore usually enough for one session. If several people take turns shooting at one lane, they share the lane cost, while only the ammunition bill increases.
Can you shoot at a shooting range without a permit?
Yes, you can shoot at a shooting range without a firearms permit if you use a firearm provided by the range under the supervision of a range officer. This is how all recreational shooting ranges operate: you need a permit to own a firearm, not to fire one at a shooting range.
Each shooting range has its own rules covering the minimum age, requirements for minors (usually permitted only with a guardian’s consent and in their presence), and a ban on shooting after consuming alcohol. Read the rules before booking and bring proof of identity with you.
How much does a firearms permit cost?
According to the sources, the total cost of obtaining a firearms permit is around PLN 2,750, typically PLN 2,650 ‑ 2,900, excluding the firearm and ammunition. This amount includes official fees, examinations, membership fees and equipment:
| Firearms permit: option | Median | Typically | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic service | PLN 2,750 | PLN 2,650 ‑ 2,900 | 2 |
| Stamp duty for the issue of a firearms licence | PLN 242 | PLN 242 | 1 |
| Exam before a police examination board (official fee) | PLN 865 | PLN 865 | 2 |
| Certificate / undertaking for acquiring a firearm (stamp duty) | PLN 17 | PLN 17 | 1 |
| Medical and psychological examinations | PLN 550 | PLN 540 ‑ 575 | 3 |
| Club / collectors' association membership fee (annual) | 565 PLN/year | 495 ‑ 630 PLN/year | 2 |
| Certified gun safe (S1 class) | PLN 1,000 | PLN 875 ‑ 1,150 | 2 |
Median and typical range from public price lists, as at 5 October 2026. Each price includes a source and quotation on the service page.
Official fees are fixed throughout Poland: the examination before a police board costs PLN 865, the stamp duty for the permit is PLN 242, and each certificate or purchase authorisation costs PLN 17. The remaining items depend on your choices: medical and psychological examinations cost around PLN 550, shooting club membership around 565 PLN/year, and an S1-class gun safe around PLN 1,000. You must also pay for shooting range practice before the examination, meaning ammunition and a shooting lane once again. It is worth confirming the details of the procedure, including the purpose of the permit and the required period of club membership, with the police administrative proceedings department or a lawyer.
The question ‘how much does it cost to build your own shooting range?’ concerns the construction of a facility with shooting lanes, bullet traps and permits. We do not have these costs in the index, so we do not estimate them.
A shooting range or another attraction: which costs less?
The ammunition alone for a shooting range visit with 50 shots costs around PLN 180, which is more than paintball admission at around 45 PLN/person, and more than one go-kart ride at around PLN 57. An escape room game, at around PLN 200 for the entire room, can be shared among several people.
For a group event, such as a birthday party, stag party or team-building event, a shooting range offers the best value when each participant fires a limited number of shots and the group shares the cost of the lane and instructor. You can compare other activities in the articles how much does an hour of go-karting cost? and tandem skydiving, and find other services in the sport and recreation category.
What should you ask the shooting range before your visit?
- Does the ammunition price include firearm hire, or is the firearm charged separately?
- How is the shooting lane charged: by the hour, per person or included in the ammunition price?
- Is the instructor included, or do you pay extra for their time?
- Are hearing protection, safety glasses and targets included in the price?
- Is a group package cheaper than buying ammunition by the round?
„3 zł za nabój pistoletowy 9mm”
Zbrojownia Modlin, 2026, source
„9X19 LUGER. 3,50 zł.”
strzelnica-katowice.pl, 2026, source
„9 mm – 3,50 zł”
Strzelnica Tactical Core (Libiąż), source
„9×19 Parabellum | 4,00 PLN”
KSK Pretor Poznań, source
The prices in this article come from public shooting range price lists and articles. Each price has a source, date and verbatim quotation on the relevant service page, and the medians are updated together with the index (as at 5 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
How much do 100 shots at a shooting range cost?
100 strzałów z pistoletu 9 mm to przy medianie cen amunicji około PLN 350, przy cenie naboju od PLN 3 do PLN 4. Stanowisko i instruktor są zwykle płatne osobno.
Do you need your own firearm at a shooting range?
Nie, strzelnice komercyjne wypożyczają broń na miejscu, a płacisz za amunicję, zwykle około PLN 3.50 za nabój 9 mm. Własna broń wymaga pozwolenia i nie jest potrzebna, żeby spróbować strzelania.
How much does membership of a shooting club cost?
Składka w klubie strzeleckim albo stowarzyszeniu kolekcjonerskim kosztuje według źródeł około 565 PLN/year. Członkostwo jest potrzebne głównie osobom, które starają się o pozwolenie na broń sportową lub kolekcjonerską.
How much does a gun safe cost?
Atestowana szafa na broń klasy S1 kosztuje według źródeł około PLN 1,000. To wydatek dopiero przy własnej broni, nie przy wizycie na strzelnicy.
Is a shooting range a good idea for a gift or stag party?
Tak, wiele strzelnic sprzedaje pakiety okolicznościowe z kilkoma rodzajami broni i instruktorem. Porównaj pakiet z ceną amunicji: 50 strzałów kupowanych osobno to około PLN 180.
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Every amount quoted in the article has a source, date and verbatim quote from the price list on the service page.
Translation of the original Polish article dated 30 September 2026. Quotations from price lists are in Polish, as published by the companies. Read the original in Polish.
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