Lucky 31 Bet Calculator
5 selections making 31 bets with guaranteed returns from just 1 winner
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What is a Lucky 31 Bet?
A Lucky 31 is a full cover bet consisting of 5 selections which creates 31 separate bets: 5 singles, 10 doubles, 10 trebles, 5 four-folds, and 1 five-fold accumulator. Singles included means you get returns even with just 1 winner.
Bet Breakdown
5 Singles - Individual bets on each selection
10 Doubles - Every combination of 2 selections
10 Trebles - Every combination of 3 selections
5 Four-Folds - Every combination of 4 selections
1 Five-Fold - All 5 selections combined
Total: 31 bets = 5 + 10 + 10 + 5 + 1
Lucky 31 Bonuses
Many bookmakers offer excellent bonuses for Lucky 31 bets, making them even more attractive:
1 Winner Bonus
Double or triple odds on your single if only one selection wins
All Win Bonus
20-25% bonus on total returns if all five selections win
Consolation
Some bookies offer consolation if just 1 selection loses
Example Calculation
Let's see how a Lucky 31 bet performs with a $10 stake per bet:
Scenario: All 5 Selections Win at 3.00 Odds
5 Singles: 5 x ($10 x 3.00) = $150
10 Doubles: 10 x ($10 x 9.00) = $900
10 Trebles: 10 x ($10 x 27.00) = $2,700
5 Four-Folds: 5 x ($10 x 81.00) = $4,050
1 Five-Fold: $10 x 243.00 = $2,430
Total Return: $10,230 | Profit: $9,920
When to Use a Lucky 31
Horse Racing
Perfect for a 5-race card where you have strong picks
Want Insurance
Singles included means returns with just 1 winner
Bonus Hunting
Best value when bookmaker bonuses are available
Safer Than Yankee
Includes singles for guaranteed returns, unlike Yankee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Lucky 31 bet?
A Lucky 31 is a full cover bet consisting of 5 selections combined into 31 separate bets: 5 singles, 10 doubles, 10 trebles, 5 four-folds, and 1 five-fold accumulator. The "lucky" aspect means you get a return with just one winner.
Why is it called Lucky 31?
It's called Lucky 31 because it consists of exactly 31 bets (5+10+10+5+1=31) and is considered "lucky" because the inclusion of singles guarantees a return if just one selection wins.
How much does a Lucky 31 bet cost?
A Lucky 31 costs 31 times your unit stake. For example, $1 per line = $31 total, $10 per line = $310 total. It's more affordable than Lucky 63 while still offering great coverage.
What bonuses are available for Lucky 31 bets?
Many bookmakers offer double or triple odds on your single if only one selection wins, and 20-25% bonus on total returns if all five selections win.
What's the difference between Lucky 31 and Yankee?
A Yankee is a Lucky 31 without the 5 singles (26 bets). The Yankee costs less but requires at least 2 winners to get any return. Lucky 31 guarantees a return with just 1 winner.
How many winners do I need to profit?
This depends on odds. Typically 2-3 winners at decent odds are needed to profit, though bonuses can help with fewer winners.
Can I place a Lucky 31 each-way?
Yes, an each-way Lucky 31 doubles your stake to 62 bets (31 win + 31 place). Very popular for horse racing meetings.