Picking one winning darts bet is good. Picking three is even better. And if you can still get a return when one of them slips up — even better still. That’s where Trixie Betting comes in handy – and DartsTips.com will break it all down for you.
What’s a Darts Trixie Bet and How Does It Work?
A Trixie bet in darts is a type of multiple bet involving three different selections. Instead of a single accumulator, a Trixie spreads your stake across four bets in total:
- 3 doubles
- 1 treble
That means you don’t need all three darts selections to win to see a return. Two winners guarantee a winning double, while three out of three give you the full payout. The more selections that win, the bigger the return.
It’s a smart way to cover a few matches or markets at once — reducing the risk compared to a straight treble — though it does mean a slightly higher total stake.
Darts Trixie Bet Examples
It’s always easier to understand with an example. Here’s how a darts Trixie bet looks in action.
We’ll use three match winner bets, all at the same price for simplicity — though you can mix and match markets and odds however you like.
Example: Premier League Darts
Three Premier League Darts quarter-finals take place every Thursday night, so this is a great opportunity to place a Trixie bet with some of the sport’s biggest names in action.
Bet 1
Luke Littler to beat Michael van Gerwen (1.80)
Bet 2
Luke Humphries to beat Rob Cross (1.80)
Bet 3
Gerwyn Price to beat Stephen Bunting (1.80)
Let’s say you stake £5 per bet. With 4 bets forming a Trixie, that’s a total stake of £20.
If two of your players win, one of your doubles lands, returning:
(1.80 x 1.80) x £5 = £16.20 — a partial return.
If all three win, all four bets come home:
3 doubles at £16.20 each, plus one treble (1.80 x 1.80 x 1.80 = £5 → £29.16).
That gives you £77.76 in total returns and a tidy profit.
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With shorter-priced favourites, two winners might not cover your stake — but once you start picking selections around 2.0 or higher, two winners from three will often mean money back or a profit.
When to Use Darts Trixie Bets
Whatever the tournament, round, or night, there are plenty of opportunities to place a Darts Trixie Bet. But because it involves multiple bets, you’ll want to use it strategically:
Early tournament rounds:
With lots of matches on the card, a Trixie gives you a flexible way to cover your strongest three picks without needing all of them to win.
Mixing risk levels:
Try combining one or two safer selections with another at bigger odds. If the favourite and one outsider land, you’ll still see a decent return. If all three win — jackpot.
Big televised events:
Majors like the World Championship, World Matchplay, or Premier League Darts nights are perfect for Trixies — whether you’re backing match winners, total 180s, or handicap markets.
FAQs: Darts Trixie Bets
Q. What is a Trixie bet in darts?
A Trixie is a multiple bet made up of three selections, creating four bets in total: 3 doubles and 1 treble. It offers more coverage than a straight accumulator.
Q. How many winners do I need in a Darts Trixie bet?
At least two. Two winners give you a return via one winning double; three winners land all four bets.
Q. Can I mix different darts markets in a Trixie?
Definitely! Combine match winners, total 180s, set handicaps, or outright picks — whatever markets you prefer.
Q. Is a Trixie better than an accumulator?
A Trixie reduces your risk because you don’t need all three selections to win. It does cost more to place (four bets instead of one), but it offers more consistent returns.
Learn more bet types:
- Yankee bet
- Over under bet
- 180s bet
- Outright winner bet
- Highest checkout bet
- Match winner bet
- Highest 9-dart finish bet
- Handicap bet
- Double bet
- Treble bet
