Lotto odds of winning are determined by the number of possible combinations and the number of correct guesses necessary to obtain a prize. Probability of winning varies depending on the prize category and the number of numbers matched.
Lotto offers a total of 6 prize categories, from matching 2 numbers , to matching 6 numbers, which would make you a millionaire overnight. Exact prize amounts may vary depending on factors such as total sales for a specific drawing and the number of winners in each category. If you want to take a look at the prizes distributed in the last Lotto draw to get an idea, click here.
Below is a table detailing the probability of winning with Lotto for each of the 6 existing prize categories:
| Prize Tier | Odds of Winning |
|---|---|
| Match 6 | 1 in 45,057,474 |
| Match 5 + Bonus Ball | 1 in 7,509,579 |
| Match 5 | 1 in 144,415 |
| Match 4 | 1 in 2,180 |
| Match 3 | 1 in 97 |
| Match 2 | 1 in 10.3 |
| Next Jackpot |
| £7.4M |
| Saturday, 21 December 2024 |
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