GBP to EUR Exchange Rate Today

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Mid-market rate · 1 GBP = 1.1540 EUR · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 02:37 UTC

Popular conversions

GBP	EUR
	1.15
	11.54
	57.70
	115.40
	577.00
	1,154.00

5-day trend

15 Jun19 Jun

Today 1.1540 Low 1.1540 High 1.1566 -0.20%

Banks and bureaux may add a 2–5% spread on top of this mid-market rate, so the amount you actually receive can be lower — always compare before you travel or transfer. Source: European Central Bank data via Frankfurter.

If you need to convert British pounds to euros for travel, business, or sending money to the eurozone, the live converter above gives you a clear, real-time snapshot of the mid-market rate. This page explains the key forces that shape this currency pair.

Mid-market vs retail: The mid-market rate is the real exchange rate used between banks; retail outlets typically add a 2–5% spread.
What moves it: Central bank policy, inflation, trade balances, and economic data from the UK and eurozone are the main structural drivers.
Cards vs cash: Using a credit or debit card with no foreign transaction fees often beats carrying euro cash for spending abroad.
Data source: European Central Bank reference rates via Frankfurter — a mid-market benchmark, not a retail quote

What drives the pound-euro rate

The EUR/GBP exchange rate is structurally influenced by interest rate decisions from the Bank of England and the European Central Bank, inflation differentials, and the relative health of the UK and eurozone economies. Trade flows, political uncertainty, and global risk appetite also trigger shifts, as both currencies are heavily traded and sensitive to broader market sentiment.

Practical guidance for converting

Your bank or currency exchange will always add a spread above the mid-market rate shown in the converter. For transfers, specialist services or a fee-free card often beat the Post Office or airport booths on larger amounts. Cash in the eurozone can carry extra charges; using a card that avoids foreign transaction fees is usually more cost-effective.

By Priya Sharma, Business & Economy Editor · Reviewed by Helen Carver, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead

Common questions

Answers below use live mid-market data (European Central Bank reference rates) — last refreshed 22 Jun 2026, 02:37 UTC (auto-updates every 15 minutes).

What is the current GBP to EUR exchange rate?

As of the latest reference on 19 June 2026, 1 GBP = 1.1540 EUR at the mid-market rate.

What is 100 EUR in GBP?

At the current mid-market rate (19 June 2026), 100 EUR ≈ 86.66 GBP before fees. Use the converter above for other amounts.

What is 100 GBP in EUR?

At the current mid-market rate (19 June 2026), 100 GBP ≈ 115.40 EUR before fees.

What was the 5-day high and low for GBP/EUR?

Over the last 5 ECB reference days, GBP/EUR ranged from 1.1540 to 1.1566 — a net change of -0.20% over the period.

Why does British pound move against euro?

GBP/EUR reflects relative interest rates, inflation expectations, trade balances and global demand for reserve currencies. Major moves often follow central-bank policy announcements. We publish live reference data only — not forecasts.

Is this rate the same as the Post Office or my bank?

No. High-street providers and card issuers quote retail rates with margins. Compare their buy/sell spread against the mid-market reference on this page before travelling or sending money.

Sources & standards

Exchange-rate data on this page is fetched from primary sources and refreshed automatically. This is general information, not personal financial advice.