Split and street bets: two or three numbers in one chip
A split bet covers two neighbouring numbers and pays 17 to 1. A street bet covers a row of three and pays 11 to 1. Both carry the same edge as the rest of the wheel: 2.70% on single zero and 5.26% on double zero.
Reviewed Oct 14, 2026
Answer first
90s| Bet | Numbers | Pays | Chance (single zero) | Chance (double zero) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight | 1 | 35 to 1 | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Split | 2 | 17 to 1 | 5.4% | 5.3% |
| Street | 3 | 11 to 1 | 8.1% | 7.9% |
| Corner | 4 | 8 to 1 | 10.8% | 10.5% |
Key numbers
Splits and streets in four numbers
In short
Key takeaways
- Splits and streets have the same edge as every other standard bet on the wheel.
- A split chip sits on the line between two numbers; a street chip on the outer edge of a row.
- Splits with zero, such as 0-1, are allowed on most layouts.
- Spreading chips across splits increases hits but not your expected return.
On the wheel
Common split and street bets
Split 17-20
Pays 17 to 1
Split 0-2
Split with zero
Street 13-14-15
Pays 11 to 1
Street 31-32-33
Pays 11 to 1
Splits join two touching numbers; streets cover one row.
A $10 example
| Bet | Win pays | Average cost per spin (single zero) |
|---|---|---|
| $10 split | $170 | 27 cents |
| $10 street | $110 | 27 cents |
| $10 straight | $350 | 27 cents |
The average cost is the same; only the swing changes.
How to place them
For a split, set the chip on the line between two numbers that touch, side by side or above and below. For a street, place the chip on the outer line at the end of that line of three.
If the table is crowded, hand chips to the dealer and call the bet.
Hits per 100 spins
| Bet | Single zero | Double zero |
|---|---|---|
| Split | About 5.4 | About 5.3 |
| Street | About 8.1 | About 7.9 |
| Six line | About 16.2 | About 15.8 |
More numbers mean more frequent but smaller wins.
Why mix splits and straights
Many players combine straight bets and splits around a favourite number. It feels like more coverage, but each chip still loses 2.70% or 5.26% on average.
Choose bets for the swing you enjoy, not for better odds.
Sequence
Placing a split
Step 01
Pick two touching numbers
Side by side or one above the other.
Step 02
Set the chip on the line
Centered between them.
Step 03
Check with the dealer
If unsure.
Step 04
Watch the result
Paid at 17 to 1.
Trio and basket
On single-zero wheels, a trio covers 0-1-2 or 0-2-3 and pays 11 to 1 like a street. On double-zero wheels, the five-number basket pays 6 to 1 with a higher 7.89% edge.
Avoid the basket; trios are fine.
Your turn
Bet names
Split
Two touching numbers, 17 to 1.
Street
A row of three, 11 to 1.
Trio
0 with two numbers, 11 to 1.
Six line
Two rows, 5 to 1.
Table limits
Inside bets often have their own maximum, such as $100 per straight and $200 per split. Ask the dealer for the limit card before placing big inside bets.
Common mistakes
- Placing a split on non-touching numbers
- It must join two neighbours.
- Thinking splits lower the edge
- The edge is the same.
- Using double zero by default
- Look for single zero.
- Forgetting table limits
- Inside bets have their own max.
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01Basics
What is a split bet?
A chip on the line between two touching numbers. It pays 17 to 1. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
What is a street bet?
A chip covering a row of three numbers. It pays 11 to 1. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
Do splits have a better edge?
No. Every standard bet has 2.70% on single zero or 5.26% on double zero. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
02Placement
Can I split with zero?
Yes, 0-1, 0-2 and 0-3 splits are allowed on most layouts. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
Where does the street chip go?
On the outer line at the end of that line of three of three. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
Can I bet a split diagonally?
No. A diagonal across four numbers is a corner bet. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
03Strategy
Are splits better than straights?
They hit more often but pay less; the average cost is the same. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
Is there a best roulette bet?
On a single-zero wheel with La Partage, even-money bets cost the least. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
Do online games offer splits?
Yes, online roulette layouts include all inside bets. House rules can vary, so check the table placard or ask the dealer.
Sources
- Wizard of Odds — Roulette Not from a registry (Reference source, not an official registry)The gaming industry’s standard reference for casino-game math, by actuary Michael Shackleford. Not an official registry; our calculators compute these numbers independently. · accessed Oct 14, 2026Payouts and edge
- Wizard of Odds — Roulette basics Not from a registry (Reference source, not an official registry)The gaming industry’s standard reference for casino-game math, by actuary Michael Shackleford. Not an official registry; our calculators compute these numbers independently. · accessed Oct 14, 2026Layout and bets
- Nevada Gaming Control Board · accessed Oct 14, 2026Approved games and gaming revenue reports
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Help and resources Not from a registry (Reference source, not an official registry) · accessed Oct 14, 2026Free, confidential help: call or text 1-800-GAMBLER