Convert Swiss Franc to British Pound
CHF to GBP Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Swiss Franc (CHF) = 0.9476 British Pound (GBP) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 CHF converts to roughly 94.76 GBP, and $1,000 CHF converts to about 947.56 GBP. The CHF/GBP rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day CHF/GBP context
Over the past 90 days, CHF/GBP has traded between 0.9381 and 0.9606. The current rate of 0.9476 sits roughly 42% through that range — in the middle of the recent range. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Swiss Franc has weakened by 1.14% against British Pound.
CHF/GBP Price History
Interactive CHF/GBP exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About Swiss Franc (CHF)
The Swiss Franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Backed by Switzerland's political neutrality, current-account surplus, and AAA-rated government debt, it is the textbook safe-haven currency — the first destination for capital during crises.
- •Switzerland runs one of the world's largest current-account surpluses relative to GDP
- •Swiss National Bank (SNB) held the EUR/CHF floor at 1.20 from 2011 until abandoning it on 15 January 2015
- •SNB balance sheet assets exceeded 110% of Swiss GDP at peak — the largest relative to GDP of any G10 central bank
- •Swiss gold reserves rank among the highest per capita globally
- •Switzerland's referendum system means monetary policy can be constrained by public votes
About British Pound (GBP)
The British Pound Sterling (GBP) is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the oldest currencies in continuous use, dating back over 1,200 years. It is issued by the Bank of England and is the fourth-most-traded currency globally.
- •In continuous use since Anglo-Saxon England — older than any major fiat rival
- •Fourth-most-traded currency, ~13% of daily global forex turnover
- •Bank of England sets Bank Rate via its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)
- •GBP/USD carries the traders' nickname "Cable" from the 19th-century transatlantic telegraph cable
- •The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020; Brexit still shapes GBP volatility around trade headlines
Frequently Asked Questions
How do central bank decisions affect CHF/GBP?
Interest rate differentials are a primary driver of major currency pairs. Watch SNB rate decisions and Swiss sight-deposit data and Bank of England MPC meetings, UK CPI, and UK jobs reports for the biggest scheduled catalysts.
What is a typical daily range for CHF/GBP?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like EUR/USD typically move 0.5–1.2% on quiet days and 2–3% on data-release days. Check the 30-day chart above for a sense of the current range.
What economic events move CHF/GBP the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are SNB rate decisions and Swiss sight-deposit data and Bank of England MPC meetings, UK CPI, and UK jobs reports. Geopolitical headlines and global risk sentiment also produce meaningful moves, especially when one currency is a safe-haven and the other is risk-sensitive.
Is it cheaper to convert CHF to GBP at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market CHF/GBP than traditional banks. Always compare the total delivered amount, not just the advertised "fee" — many providers embed their margin in the exchange rate itself.
Does the CHF/GBP rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market CHF/GBP rates don't update during that window. Retail broker spreads often widen at Sunday open as Asian desks reopen, so the first few hours of the new week can carry wider execution costs.
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