USD to GBP – US Dollar to British Pound Rate Today

Convert US dollars to British pounds with today’s USD to GBP rate. The live converter shows how many pounds one dollar buys and tracks the trend over the last 30 days.

USD to GBP rate today

The figure at the top of the converter is the latest mid-market rate for one US dollar in British pounds. On 6 October 2026 it stood at about £0.7555, and over the previous 30 days it moved between £0.7374 and £0.7557. Exchange rates change daily, so check the live figure above before you send, receive or exchange money.

How to convert USD to GBP

Multiply the amount in US dollars by the current rate: GBP = USD × USD/GBP rate. At a rate of 0.7555, $100 equals 100 × 0.7555 = £75.55.

To convert British pounds back to US dollars, divide by the same rate: USD = GBP ÷ USD/GBP rate. For example, £100 ÷ 0.7555 is about $132.36.

1. Enter the amount in US dollars in the first box of the converter.
2. Read the value in British pounds in the second box – it updates as you type.
3. Tap the round swap button to convert GBP to USD instead.

About the US dollar and the British pound

Pound–dollar is one of the oldest currency pairs and is known among traders as “cable”, a name that goes back to the telegraph cable laid under the Atlantic in the nineteenth century. The market quotes it as GBP/USD; this page shows the reverse, pounds per dollar.

Because one pound is worth more than one dollar, the USD to GBP rate is below 1. It moves with interest rate expectations in the United States and the United Kingdom and with news about the British economy.

What moves the USD to GBP rate?

• Federal Reserve and Bank of England policy: relative interest rates steer the pair.
• UK inflation and growth data: surprises often trigger sharp moves in sterling.
• UK government budgets: fiscal announcements can change investor confidence quickly.
• Global risk mood: the dollar tends to gain on the pound when markets are nervous.

Who uses the USD to GBP rate?

American tourists visiting the UK, students paying British university fees, businesses on both sides of the Atlantic and freelancers billing in dollars all convert between the two currencies. For larger transfers, specialist providers usually beat the rates offered by traditional banks.

Why your bank’s rate is different

The converter shows the mid-market rate – the midpoint between the buying and selling prices on the global currency market. Banks, card networks, exchange counters and money transfer apps add their own margin to that rate, and many charge a fixed fee as well. Before you transfer, compare the total amount the recipient will get, not just the advertised rate.

USD to GBP – frequently asked questions

How much is 1 USD in GBP today?

On 6 October 2026 the mid-market rate was about £0.7555 for 1 US dollar. The converter at the top of this page always shows the latest figure.

How much is $1,000 in British pounds?

At a rate of 0.7555, $1,000 is about £755.50. Enter 1000 in the converter to see the value at today’s rate.

Why is the USD to GBP rate less than 1?

One British pound is worth more than one US dollar, so a single dollar buys only a fraction of a pound.

What does “cable” mean in currency trading?

It is the traditional nickname for the pound–dollar exchange rate, dating from the transatlantic telegraph cable that once carried prices between London and New York.

Is this the rate I will get from a bank or transfer service?

Usually not exactly. The figure shown is the mid-market reference rate. Banks and transfer services apply their own customer rates, which include a margin and sometimes extra fees.

Disclaimer: The rates on this page are for general information only and are not financial advice. Please confirm the final rate with your bank or transfer provider before making a transaction.