Quinella Calculator
Calculate quinella bet costs and combinations. Quinella bets win if you pick the top two finishers in either order.
Base stake for each combination
Total Cost
$6
3 combinations
Combinations
3
3 × 2 ÷ 2 = 3
All Combinations (3)
Either order wins - 3/7 wins with 3-7 or 7-3 finish
Quinella vs Exacta Comparison
Quinella (3 horses):
3 combos = $6
Exacta Box (3 horses):
6 combos = $12
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What is a Quinella?
A quinella requires picking the first two finishers in either order. Box formula: n × (n-1) ÷ 2. A $2 quinella box with 4 horses costs (4×3÷2) = 6 combinations × $2 = $12. Quinellas are easier to hit than exactas since order doesn't matter.
Key Facts About Quinella Bets
- Quinella: Pick 1st and 2nd in either order
- Box formula: n × (n-1) ÷ 2
- $2 quinella box with 3 horses = 3 combos = $6
- $2 quinella box with 4 horses = 6 combos = $12
- $2 quinella box with 5 horses = 10 combos = $20
- Quinellas typically pay less than exactas
- Easier to hit since order doesn't matter
- Not available at all tracks (some US tracks don't offer quinellas)
Quinella Box Cost Reference
| Horses | Combinations | $1 Cost | $2 Cost | $5 Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 horses | 1 | $1 | $2 | $5 |
| 3 horses | 3 | $3 | $6 | $15 |
| 4 horses | 6 | $6 | $12 | $30 |
| 5 horses | 10 | $10 | $20 | $50 |
| 6 horses | 15 | $15 | $30 | $75 |
| 7 horses | 21 | $21 | $42 | $105 |
| 8 horses | 28 | $28 | $56 | $140 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a quinella bet?
A quinella bet requires you to pick the first two finishers in either order. If you bet $2 on horses 3 and 7, you win if they finish 1st and 2nd in any order (3-7 or 7-3).
How is quinella box cost calculated?
Quinella box cost = n × (n-1) ÷ 2 × stake, where n is the number of horses. For example, a $2 box with 4 horses: (4 × 3 ÷ 2) = 6 combinations × $2 = $12.
Quinella vs Exacta: What's the difference?
An exacta requires the exact order of finish (1st then 2nd), while a quinella wins with either order. Quinellas are easier to hit but typically pay less. An exacta box on 2 horses costs 2× stake; a quinella costs 1× stake.
Are quinellas offered everywhere?
Not all tracks offer quinellas. Many US tracks have replaced them with exactas. Quinellas remain popular in Australia, UK, and some US tracks. Check your track's bet menu before wagering.
When should I bet quinellas vs exactas?
Bet quinellas when you're confident two horses will finish top 2 but unsure of the order. If you have a strong opinion on the order, an exacta may offer better value. Compare payoffs - sometimes boxing an exacta pays more than a quinella.