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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 0.5208. 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
  • 0.5208
  • 61.44 AUD
  • $2,000 AUD
  • Best Price
  • 0.4966
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,014 AUD
  • $14 more expensive
  • 0.4984
  • 20.00 AUD
  • $2,026 AUD
  • $26 more expensive
  • 0.4913
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,035 AUD
  • $35 more expensive
  • 0.5005
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $1,998 AUD
  • $2 less
  • 0.5004
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $1,998 AUD
  • $2 less

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

The Australian Dollar opens 2020 above 70 cents but then falls

In short AUD/USD finishes 2019 just above 70 cents A stronger US dollar sends it lower in early January Forecasts for the Australian dollar in 2020 predict a lower exchange rate Time Open Low High Today 0.6942 In the last week 0.6932 0.7046 In the last month 0.6802 0.7046 The Australian dollar had a strong end to 2019, hitting a 6 month high above 70 cents on the last day of the year. With holidays in most major markets, it has been a slow start to the calendar year. The AUD/USD exchange rate has fallen back below 70 cents as […]

Aussie dollar drifts lower ahead of unemployment data

In short The Aussie dollar continues to trade lower against the US dollar In a mixed 24 hours, the AUD has opened higher against the British Pound (GBP), flat against the NZ Dollar (NZD) and down against the Euro (EUR) Australian unemployment data out tomorrow Time Open Low High Today 0.6853 In the last week 0.6806 0.6934 In the last month 0.6759 0.6934 The Australian dollar has had a fairly uneventful week so far. After hitting a 5 month high above 69 cents on Friday, it has drifted more than 1% lower. The AUD/USD exchange rate which was driven higher […]

AUD/USD back above 69 cents as the UK votes – again

In short The Australian Dollar rose above 69 cents on the hopes of a trade deal between the US and China It’s at it’s highest point against the AUD/USD in over 4 months The Conservative Party looks like it will win the UK Election Time Open Low High Today 0.6927 In the last week 0.6802 0.6936 In the last month 0.6759 0.6936 The AUD to USD exchange rate hit a 4 month high of 0.6936 early this morning. It was largely driven by a weaker US dollar. The US dollar weakened because the market thinks that the US and China […]

Australian Dollar hits a 5 week high making it cheaper to travel

In short AUD/USD hits 0.6888 as interest rates stay on hold in the US The Australian Dollar also went up against the Euro, Japanese Yen, British Pound and New Zealand Dollar The election in the UK could affect the AUD to GBP exchange rate Time Open Low High Today 0.6876 In the last week 0.6802 0.6888 In the last month 0.6759 0.6888 Yesterday, the Aussie dollar fell to 0.6802 before rising more than 1% overnight. Consumer confidence figures confirmed the weakness in the economy. The figures showed a fairly pessimistic outlook of Australian consumers despite 3 interest rate cuts and […]

The Big events for the Australian Dollar this week

In short It’s been a quiet start to the week with little movement on currency exchange rates The head of the RBA speaks today which may move the Aussie dollar The US Federal Reserve sets interest rates this week with no change expected. Britain goes to the polls Time Open Low High Today 0.6826 In the last week 0.6815 0.6859 In the last month 0.6756 0.6863 Yesterday, the head of the Reserve Bank of Australia, Dr Philip Lowe gave a speech about payment systems. While the speech was interesting, it didn’t contain any indication on the outlook for interest rates […]

Mixed day for the AUD ahead of retail sales data

In short The US dollar and Japanese Yen weakened overnight, pushing the AUD/USD and AUD/JPY higher The AUD opens lower against the Pound Sterling and flat against the Euro and NZ dollar Retail sales data out today could have a limited impact on the exchange rate Time Open Low High Today 0.6849 In the last week 0.6756 0.6861 In the last month 0.6756 0.6926 The Australian dollar opens this morning with mixed performance against the major currencies. It is up against the US dollar and Japanese Yen, down against the British Pound and flat against the New Zealand dollar and […]

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