Straight Up Bet
A bet placed on a single number. The highest paying bet in roulette with the lowest odds of winning.
What 10,000 Simulated Sessions of Straight Up Bets Look Like
We simulated 10,000 sessions of flat $10 bets on straight up bets (1 of 37 pockets, pays 35:1) on a European wheel: $1,000 bankroll, stopping at $1,500 (win), $500 (loss), or 500 spins.
How sessions ended
Every standard roulette bet carries the same 2.7% house edge on a European wheel — what the payout changes is the shape of the ride. These results apply to any bet covering 1 pocket: the odds are identical no matter which specific numbers you choose.
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Learn How This Bet Fits the Table
Straight Up Bet - Quick Odds Calculator
| Payout | 35:1 |
| Numbers Covered | 1 |
| House Edge (European) | 2.7% |
| House Edge (American) | 5.26% |
Example: A $10 straight up bet bet wins $350 profit on European roulette 2.7% of the time.
How the Straight Up Bet Works
Place Your Chips
Place your chips on the number grid for the straight up position.
Wheel Spins
The dealer spins the wheel and the ball lands on one of the 37 (or 38) pockets.
Win Condition
You win if the ball lands on any of your 1 covered number. Win pays 35:1 on your bet.
Strategy Tips for Straight Up
Best For
- • Experienced players
- • Those seeking bigger payouts
- • Short, exciting sessions
Compatible Strategies
- • Flat betting (same amount each spin)
- • Cover betting (multiple positions)
- • Sector betting (wheel sections)
European vs American Roulette
Always choose European roulette when available. The Straight Up bet has:
Practice the Straight Up Bet
Try the straight up bet in our free roulette simulator.
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