British Pound to US Dollar Exchange Rate Today (GBP to USD)
As of this page load, 1 GBP ≈ 1.27 USD at the live mid-market rate. Use the converter below for any amount, or jump to the conversion table further down.
About GBP/USD: GBP/USD — known to forex traders as 'cable', after the trans-Atlantic telegraph cable that originally carried the quote — is the third-most-traded forex pair globally. London/New York session overlap (13:00–17:00 UTC) drives over 60% of daily volume.
GBP to USD Conversion Table
| British Pound (GBP) | US Dollar (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 GBP | 1.27 USD |
| 5 GBP | 6.33 USD |
| 10 GBP | 12.66 USD |
| 25 GBP | 31.65 USD |
| 50 GBP | 63.29 USD |
| 100 GBP | 126.58 USD |
| 250 GBP | 316.46 USD |
| 500 GBP | 632.91 USD |
| 1,000 GBP | 1,266 USD |
| 5,000 GBP | 6,329 USD |
| 10,000 GBP | 12,658 USD |
| 50,000 GBP | 63,291 USD |
| 100,000 GBP | 126,582 USD |
USD to GBP Conversion Table (Reverse)
1 USD ≈ 0.79 GBP
| US Dollar (USD) | British Pound (GBP) |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 0.79 GBP |
| 5 USD | 3.95 GBP |
| 10 USD | 7.9 GBP |
| 25 USD | 19.75 GBP |
| 50 USD | 39.5 GBP |
| 100 USD | 79 GBP |
| 250 USD | 197.5 GBP |
| 500 USD | 395 GBP |
| 1,000 USD | 790 GBP |
| 5,000 USD | 3,950 GBP |
| 10,000 USD | 7,900 GBP |
| 50,000 USD | 39,500 GBP |
| 100,000 USD | 79,000 GBP |
About the British Pound to US Dollar Exchange Rate
The GBP/USD pair reflects how many US Dollar one British Pound buys at any given moment. Rates fluctuate continuously during global forex market hours based on supply, demand, interest-rate differentials, and macroeconomic news flow. The live figure on this page is the mid-market rate — the midpoint between bid and ask prices on interbank screens — and is the fairest reference for travellers, freelancers, and international shoppers.
Best Ways to Convert GBP to USD
- Wise (TransferWise) — typically 0.4–0.6% above mid-market. Bank-to-bank transfers. Compare providers →
- Revolut — 0% markup on weekdays within plan limits.
- XE Money Transfer — ~0.5–1.5% markup, no transfer fee on most corridors.
- OANDA — gold-standard reference rates; competitive on business transfers.
- High-street kiosks (Post Office, Sainsbury's, Travelex) — 2–4% markup.
- Airport exchange booths — 8–12% markup; avoid unless emergency.
Tips for Getting the Best GBP/USD Rate
- Always check the live mid-market rate above as a benchmark before transacting.
- Pre-order foreign cash online for click-and-collect — rates are materially better than walk-in.
- Use a fee-free travel card (Wise, Revolut, Chase) for in-country spending.
- When prompted, pay in the local currency (USD), never your home currency — DCC adds 3–8%.
- For transfers above £10,000 / $10,000, dedicated FX brokers often beat both banks and apps.
FAQ — GBP to USD
What is the GBP to USD exchange rate today?
1 GBP equals approximately 1.27 USD at today's live mid-market rate. The converter above is updated continuously.
How much is 100 GBP in USD?
100 GBP ≈ 126.58 USD.
How much is 1,000 GBP in USD?
1,000 GBP ≈ 1,266 USD.
How much is 10,000 GBP in USD?
10,000 GBP ≈ 12,658 USD.
What's the cheapest way to convert GBP to USD?
Wise and Revolut typically offer the closest rates to mid-market (~0.4–0.6%). See the full money transfer comparison.