The Daytona 500, also known as the Super Bowl of Stock Car Racing, is set to take place today at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. This is the one NASCAR race each year that really grabs the attention of the sports world as a whole.
The Daytona 500 is the most important and prestigious race on the NASCAR calendar each year, so it’s no wonder that it’s by far the most bet on race of the season as well.
On this page we explain the options Americans have for betting on the Daytona 500, look at the odds for the 2026 race, and finish with a step by step guide to getting started.
Where Can Americans Bet On The Daytona 500?
Your options depend on where you live. Here are the main ways to bet on the Daytona 500 in the United States.
Licensed Sportsbooks
Sports betting is legal in more than 35 states plus Washington, D.C., where licensed sportsbooks such as DraftKings, FanDuel and BetMGM offer odds on the Daytona 500. You must be 21 or older in most states and physically located in a state where the sportsbook is licensed.
Offshore Sportsbooks
Offshore sportsbooks are licensed outside the United States and accept bets from across the country. They are not licensed or regulated by any US state, which means Americans who use them have no state regulator to turn to if there is a dispute over a bet or a withdrawal.
Daytona 500 Odds
Here are the outright winner odds for the 2026 Daytona 500 (taken on February 11th):
As you can see Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney are the favorites, while Austin Cindric, William Byron, and Chase Elliott are the other top contenders.
Sportsbooks also offer several other Daytona 500 betting options including head to head, group winner, stage winners, top place finishers, pole position, and more. Here’s an example of a head to head betting line for the 2026 Daytona 500:
Bet On The Daytona 500 – Step By Step
Whichever option you choose, the process of getting started is similar. Here’s a general guide.
Step 1. Choose Your Option
Decide which option fits how you want to bet. Licensed sportsbooks are the regulated option in states where sports betting is legal. Review the options above before signing up.
Step 2. Check The Age and Location Rules
Licensed sportsbooks require you to be 21 in most states and physically located in a state where they are licensed. They will confirm your age and location when you sign up.
Step 3. Create and Verify Your Account
Sign up with your legal name, date of birth and address. Regulated platforms are required to verify your identity, so you may be asked for the last four digits of your Social Security number or a photo of your ID.
Step 4. Fund Your Account
Deposit using one of the platform’s payment methods, which commonly include debit cards and bank transfers. Check how withdrawals work, and how long they take, before you deposit.
Step 5. Find The Market and Place Your Bet
Navigate to the NASCAR or motor sports section, select the market you’re interested in, and choose your position. Before confirming, check the price or odds and how much you stand to win, using the bet types explained above as a guide.
Step 6. Set Limits
Decide on a budget before race day and stick to it. Most regulated platforms let you set deposit and time limits in your account settings. If betting stops being fun, help is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.
If you’re new to betting online, check out our betting guide section for some basic articles that should help you get started.
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