British Pound to Euro Exchange Rate
Mid-market GBP/EUR rate — the fairest rate, before provider markups.
1 GBP = 1.17573 EUR
1 EUR = 0.85054 GBP
Source: median of multiple independent feeds. For indicative purposes only.
GBP to EUR Conversion Table
100 GBP
117.57 EUR
500 GBP
587.86 EUR
1,000 GBP
1,175.73 EUR
5,000 GBP
5,878.64 EUR
10,000 GBP
11,757.28 EUR
25,000 GBP
29,393.21 EUR
50,000 GBP
58,786.42 EUR
100,000 GBP
117,572.84 EUR
Based on mid-market rate. Actual provider rates will differ — compare below.
Compare GBP to EUR Transfer Rates
What you'd actually receive sending 1,000 GBP via each provider today.
1,173.02
EUR received
Rate 1.1766 · 3.81 GBP fee · Instant
1,172.07
EUR received
Rate 1.1716 · No fee · 1-3 business days
1,171.61
EUR received
Rate 1.1701 · No fee · 1-3 business days
1,170.08
EUR received
Rate 1.1680 · No fee · Instant
1,167.97
EUR received
Rate 1.1693 · 2.56 GBP fee · 0-6 days
1,166.27
EUR received
Rate 1.1643 · 1.99 GBP fee · Minutes to 3-5 days
1,162.01
EUR received
Rate 1.1624 · No fee · Minutes to 3 days
1,162.44
EUR received
| Provider | Rate | Fee | You Receive | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TapTap SendBest rate | 1.1730 | Free | 1,173.02 EUR | Under 3 minutes (95% of transfers) |
| Wise | 1.1766 | 3.81 GBP | 1,172.07 EUR | Instant |
| InstaReM | 1.1716 | Free | 1,171.61 EUR | 1-3 business days |
| TorFX | 1.1701 | Free | 1,170.08 EUR | 1-3 business days |
| TransferGo | 1.1680 | Free | 1,167.97 EUR | Instant |
| CurrencyFair | 1.1693 | 2.56 GBP | 1,166.27 EUR | 0-6 days |
| Remitly | 1.1643 | 1.99 GBP | 1,162.01 EUR | Minutes to 3-5 days |
| MoneyGram | 1.1624 | Free | 1,162.44 EUR | Minutes to 3 days |
Understanding the GBP/EUR Exchange Rate
The GBP/EUR exchange rate is the most important currency pair for UK residents sending money to Europe. Since Brexit, the rate has traded in a relatively stable range, though Bank of England and ECB interest rate decisions continue to drive medium-term moves. The EU's 2026 instant payments mandate means euro transfers now settle in under 10 seconds.
Key things to know
- SEPA instant payments mean euro-denominated transfers arrive in seconds, 24/7
- Post-Brexit, UK banks no longer offer fee-free euro transfers — specialist providers are almost always cheaper
- Wise and Revolut dominate this corridor with markups as low as 0.3–0.5%
- The ECB and BoE's relative interest rate paths are the main rate driver — watch for policy divergence
Tip
For regular transfers to Europe (rent, mortgage, family support), consider a multi-currency account with Wise or Revolut — you can convert when the rate is favourable and hold euros until needed.
GBP/EUR Rate History
Track how provider rates have changed over time. See which providers consistently offer the best GBP to EUR rates.
How we calculate the GBP/EUR mid-market rate
The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on global currency markets — it's the fairest exchange rate available. We aggregate data from 4 independent sources and take the median value, which eliminates outliers and provides a more reliable rate than any single source.
When a money transfer provider quotes you a rate, compare it against the mid-market rate shown on this page. The difference is the provider's markup — their profit on the currency conversion. On the GBP/EUR pair, the best providers typically mark up by 0.2–0.8%, while banks can mark up by 2–5%.
Frequently asked questions about GBP to EUR
What is the mid-market GBP/EUR exchange rate today?
The mid-market rate for GBP to EUR today is 1.17573, meaning 1 British Pound buys 1.17573 Euro. The inverse rate is 1 EUR = 0.85054 GBP. This is the interbank reference rate — money transfer providers apply a markup above this, so the rate you receive will be slightly lower.
What moves the GBP/EUR exchange rate?
SEPA instant payments mean euro-denominated transfers arrive in seconds, 24/7. Post-Brexit, UK banks no longer offer fee-free euro transfers — specialist providers are almost always cheaper. The GBP/EUR exchange rate is the most important currency pair for UK residents sending money to Europe.
Which provider offers the best British Pound to Euro rate?
Based on today's quotes, TapTap Send is offering the best GBP to EUR rate — sending 1,000 GBP gives your recipient 1,173.02 EUR. Rankings shift daily, so compare the full table above before every transfer. For regular transfers to Europe (rent, mortgage, family support), consider a multi-currency account with Wise or Revolut — you can convert when the rate is favourable and hold euros until needed.
How much does it cost to convert British Pound to Euro?
The total cost of a GBP to EUR transfer has two parts: the exchange rate markup (the gap between the mid-market rate and the provider's rate) and any flat fee. The best specialist providers on this corridor typically charge a markup of 0.2–0.8% plus a small flat fee, while banks can add 2–5% in markup. The table above shows you exactly how much EUR your recipient would receive from each provider on a 1,000 GBP transfer.