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What is the best AUD to GBP exchange rate today for cash?

Today the best AUD to GBP exchange rate for cash is 0.5108. This is the rate that gives you the most money when you are converting your currency. It has many names including the 'wholesale rate', the 'interbank rate' or the ' live mid-market rate'.

The good news is that it can easily be found in lots of places. For example, if you wanted to buy some UK pounds to travel overseas you can find the rate on Google by searching "AUD to GBP". Alternatively you can find it on XE or Yahoo. In fact, most currency converters use the same exchange rate.

At S Money we match the AUD to GBP currency exchange rate with the rate shown on Google or XE. In real time. This means you never pay over-inflated rates and can be 100% positive you are getting the most competitive rate to buy British pounds in cash.

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6 results found - Results rounded down to nearest available denomination
  • 0.5108
  • 61.39 AUD
  • $2,000 AUD
  • Best Price
  • 0.4891
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,004 AUD
  • $24 more expensive
  • 0.4863
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,015 AUD
  • $35 more expensive
  • 0.4856
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,018 AUD
  • $38 more expensive
  • 0.4889
  • 20.00 AUD
  • $2,024 AUD
  • $44 more expensive
  • 0.4816
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,035 AUD
  • $55 more expensive

What is best place to exchange AUD to GBP in Australia?

The best place to exchange AUD to GBP depends on your amount. For amounts under $6000 Australian dollars, S Money gives the best AUD to GBP exchange rate. For larger amounts, it's better to head into a store and try to negotiate as good a rate as possible. There are more money changers in the CBD and because of all the competition, it is the best way to convert larger amounts of Australian dollars into British pounds.

Is there a best day or time to exchange AUD to GBP?

There isn't a particular day of the week or month that is the 'best day'. Exchange rates constantly move and are very hard to forecast. Money exchange stores and online currency exchange services will move their exchange rates up and down as the Australian dollar moves.

Unfortunately, no one can tell you when the best time to exchange AUD to GBP is, but you can track the rate.

You set the rate you would like to buy and let us to the work. We will email you when the AUD gets within the range you would like to buy GBP.

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You can compare exchange rates, to find the best rate to convert AUD to GBP. You can use our tables or go to a comparison site like The Currency Shop. Make sure you compare the total cost of each service including any fees and charges.

5 of the best ways to exchange AUD to GBP

If you are heading overseas or just want to convert some Australian dollars (AUD) to British pounds (GBP) to keep on hand, it's important to find the best way to exchange your money. Here are 5 top ways currently available in Australia

  1. Online - If you are looking to buy some British pounds in cash, you can now do it online. It's similar to buying anything else online but you will need some ID on hand. Online money changers, like S Money, have the best exchange rates. Most will either deliver it to your home or allow click and collect.
  2. In-store -  this is one of the best ways to get your currency fast. Just locate a store near you and bring your ID. It's a good idea to call ahead to check their rates and to make sure they have enough pounds in stock.
  3. Overseas - Sometimes it can actually be cheaper to buy your British pounds abroad. Countries like Singapore have very competitive money changers if you are willing to go out of your way to find them.
  4. International money transfers - If you are sending money from Australia to the UK, using a money transfer service like Wise or OFX is a great way to convert your currency. These online services are a much cheaper option than using an Australian bank.
  5. Travel money cards - These cards used to have terrible exchange rates and a heaps of hidden fees. While this is still the case with most bank travel cards, there are much better options available. These include Revolut, Wise and the 28 Degrees card.

Latest AUD to GBP exchange rate news

Australian Dollar rises off the canvas after the RBA keeps rates on hold

In short The RBA left interest rates on hold The statement that followed the decision was upbeat, helping the Australian dollar rise More reports and speeches from the RBA later in the week Time Open Low High Today 0.6737 In the last week 0.6684 0.6777 In the last month 0.6684 0.6955 The Aussie Dollar bounced back from 10 and a half year lows on Monday to move higher on Tuesday. The local currency bounced as soon as the RBA announced that official interest rates would remain at 0.75%. What helped drive the Australian dollar higher was the upbeat statement that […]

The Australian Dollar sinks ahead of RBA meeting on Tuesday

In short The AUD/USD sinks below 67 cents for the first time in almost 11 years AUD/EUR is just above 0.6000 and the AUD/GBP just above 0.5000 The RBA meeting on Tuesday Time Open Low High Today 0.6686 In the last week 0.6686 0.6816 In the last month 0.6841 0.6955 It’s shaping up as another tough week for the Australian dollar. At the end of last week, the AUD kept falling. As soon as markets opened Monday morning, the trend continued as the AUD/USD hit a fresh 10 year low below 67 cents. The AUD/EUR remains just above 0.6000 while […]

Australian dollar falls close to its lowest point in over 10 years

In short The Australian dollar fell again overnight The AUD/USD is close to it’s lowest point in 11 years The local currency is also falling against the Euro, Japanese Yen, British Pound and New Zealand Dollar Time Open Low High Today 0.6716 In the last week 0.6704 0.6853 In the last month 0.6704 0.7046 The Australian dollar hit 0.6704 this morning against the US dollar. While the AUD has been falling for a while, it hasn’t been this low in almost 11 years. The AUD to USD exchange rate is at it’s lowest point since the Global Financial Crisis in […]

Surprise reaction to inflation data as interest rate cuts look unlikely

In short Strong inflation data released in Australia yesterday Markets now pricing almost no chance of an interest rate cut in February Inflation could increase as a result of the Australian bushfires Time Open Low High Today 0.6749 In the last week 0.6738 0.6877 In the last month 0.6738 0.7046 Yesterday, inflation figures released to the market failed to move the Australian dollar exchange rate. The figures implied that inflation has stopped falling. Despite this, it still remains below the RBA’s target of 2-3%.   Why inflation figures can have an impact on the Aussie dollar One of the biggest […]

How the Coronavirus is impacting the Australian Dollar

In short The Coronavirus or COVID-19 has had a negative impact on the Australian dollar in many different ways Markets are reacting in a similar way to the SARS outbreak As the threat increases, the AUD is likely to remain under pressure Time Open Low High Today 0.6762 In the last week 0.6741 0.6877 In the last month 0.6741 0.7046 The Australian dollar has once again fallen on fears of the coronavirus spreading further. Here’s how it has performed in the last week: The AUD to USD exchange rate is down 1 cent to 0.6764 The AUD to EUR exchange […]

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Australian Dollar opens the week higher against most major currencies

In short The Australian dollar rose on Friday night It has opened higher against the US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), British Pound (GBP), Japanese Yen (JPY) and New Zealand Dollar (NZD) Chinese GDP data out on Friday Time Open Low High Today 0.6900 In the last week 0.6850 0.6957 In the last month 0.6841 0.7046 The Australian dollar has opened up agains most major currencies this morning following a strong Friday night. The move higher in the AUD to USD exchange rate was largely driven by a weaker US dollar. Non Farm Payroll figures came on Friday night. They are […]

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