Street Bet

A Street Bet is a classic inside bet in roulette that covers three consecutive numbers in a horizontal row on the table layout. The bet is made by placing a chip on the outer edge of the row, at the end of the three-number line. Street bets offer a balance between risk and reward. Because they cover three numbers, they offer a higher chance of winning than single-number bets while still allowing a solid payout. If any of the three numbers hits, the bet wins and pays 11 to 1, plus the original stake.

Street Bet Payouts and Odds

Here is how Street Bet works:

To place a Street Bet, you put your chip on the outer edge of a row of three numbers, at the end of that row.
Example: A bet on the first street covers 1, 2, and 3\.

Payout & odds:

Payout: 11 to 1 (you win eleven units for every unit wagered, plus your original stake).
Coverage: 3 numbers.
Probability of winning:
European roulette: 3 out of 37 (8.11%)
American roulette: 3 out of 38 (7.89%, due to the extra double zero)

Players use Street Bet because it strikes a nice middle ground:

More coverage than a single-number (straight-up) bet
Higher payout than broader inside bets like corners or lines
A way to chase solid returns without jumping to large outside bets

Furthermore, even with the increased coverage, the house edge stays the same as other inside bets and looks like this:

European roulette: 2.7%
American roulette: 5.26%

Common Variations

Street Bets come with a few popular variations that give players additional flexibility while keeping the same inside-bet structure. One of the most common is the Double Street, also known as the Six-Line Bet. This wager covers two adjacent rows, totaling six consecutive numbers. Instead of placing the chip at the end of a single row, you position it on the line between the two rows. Because it covers more numbers, the payout is 5 to 1, which is lower than a standard Street Bet.

Another variation is the Trio Bet, which involves three numbers that include zero. On European tables, this is usually 0-1-2. On American tables, players can bet 0-1-2, 0-2-3, or the five-number basket (0-00-1-2-3). While similar to a Street Bet in structure, these wagers carry a different house edge because they incorporate the zero(s). The five-number basket bet, in particular, has a house edge of about 7.89% \- notably higher than the standard 5.26% on American tables, making it one of the worst-value bets on the layout.

FAQ

What is a Street Bet in roulette?

A Street Bet is an inside bet that covers three consecutive numbers in a horizontal row on the roulette table layout, such as 1-2-3 or 4-5-6.

How do you place a Street Bet?

To place a Street Bet, put your chip on the outer edge at the end of the row of three numbers you want to bet on. This clearly indicates all three numbers are covered.