Lotto 6/49 Odds Calculator
Lotto 6/49 uses a 6 from 49 format. The jackpot odds are 1 in 13,983,816, and the overall odds of winning any prize are about 1 in 7 per line.
Win probability calculator
Jackpot odds (1 ticket)
1 in 13,983,816
Lotto 6/49 · 6 from 49
Jackpot chance (1 ticket)
< 0.0001%
Equivalent 1 in 13,983,816
Any prize this draw
14.29%
Base odds 1 in 7
1 ticket, 1 year
0.0007%
~104 draws per year
Expected return
Classic draw ~$0.45 per $3 play
C$3 per play
Assumes random unique lines each draw. For entertainment only—not financial advice. Official rules may vary by jurisdiction.
Lotto 6/49 prize tiers & odds
Official prize structure. Variable tiers depend on ticket sales and rollovers.
| Prize tier | Match | Odds | Typical payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackpot (Classic) | 6 numbers | 1 in 13,983,816 | Variable |
| 2nd | 5 + Bonus | 1 in 2,330,636 | Variable |
| 3rd | 5 numbers | 1 in 55,492 | Variable |
| 4th | 4 numbers | 1 in 1,033 | ~C$84 |
| 5th | 3 numbers | 1 in 57 | ~C$10 |
| 6th | 2 + Bonus | 1 in 81 | Free play |
| Any prize | Any tier | 1 in 7 | Variable |
Minimum bet: C$3 per play. Payouts are approximate and follow official operator rules.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What are the odds of winning Lotto 6/49?
The jackpot odds are 1 in 13,983,816 for a single standard line. Use the calculator above to see how playing multiple tickets changes your probability.
Q: Does picking my own numbers change the odds?
No. Every valid combination has the same probability. Quick picks and personal numbers are mathematically identical.
Q: Where can I generate Lotto 6/49 numbers?
Use our Lotto 6/49 number generator for a free quick pick before the next draw.