Pass Line Bet in Craps
The Pass Line is the most fundamental bet in craps and the best place for any beginner to start. It pays even money (1:1) and carries a low 1.41% house edge.
How the Pass Line bet works
You place a Pass Line bet before the come-out roll. From there:
- Come-out roll of 7 or 11 → you win immediately (1:1).
- Come-out roll of 2, 3, or 12 (craps) → you lose.
- Any other number (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10) becomes the point. Now you win if the shooter rolls the point again before a 7, and lose if a 7 comes first.
| Outcome | Pays | House Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Win | 1:1 | 1.41% |
Worked example
You bet $10 on the Pass Line. The come-out roll is a 6, so 6 is the point. A few rolls later the shooter hits another 6 before any 7 - you win $10 (paid 1:1). If a 7 had landed first, you would have lost the $10.
Why it is a beginner's best friend
At 1.41%, the Pass Line is one of the lowest-edge bets on the table. Better still, once a point is set you can back it with a free Odds bet that has a 0% house edge, dragging your overall edge well under 1%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Pass Line bet pay?
The Pass Line pays even money, 1:1. Bet $10, win $10.
What is the house edge on the Pass Line?
The Pass Line has a 1.41% house edge, one of the lowest in the casino.
Can I take the Pass Line bet down?
Once a point is established, a Pass Line bet is "contract" and cannot be removed. It stays until it wins or loses. You can always reduce or add odds behind it.