How long does it take from Leicester Square to Highbury & Islington by metro?

The journey from Leicester Square to Highbury & Islington takes approximately 26 minutes by London Underground, covering 10.03 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Leicester Square to Highbury & Islington?

The token fare from Leicester Square to Highbury & Islington is £4. With a smart card the fare is £3.6 (save £0.4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's £3.3.

Which platform at Leicester Square for Highbury & Islington?

At Leicester Square, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Cockfosters. Look for the electronic board showing "Cockfosters".

What is the last train from Leicester Square to Highbury & Islington?

The last train from Leicester Square towards Cockfosters departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Highbury & Islington back towards Leicester Square departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Leicester Square to Highbury & Islington?

There are 5 stops between Leicester Square and Highbury & Islington on the Piccadilly Line. The stations are: Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Holborn, Russell Square, King's Cross St. Pancras.

Leicester Square To Highbury & Islington

ShortestShortest Route

Leicester Square

Platform 1·underground·Piccadilly LineTowards Cockfosters

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Covent Garden

+4.37 min

4.37 min · 2.13 km

Holborn

red interchange

+8.76 min

4.39 min · 2.14 km

Russell Square

+13.13 min

4.37 min · 2.13 km

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.53 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

interchange King's Cross St. Pancras — 5 min

Platform 3 · Victoria Line ·Platform 1 Towards Brixton

+5 min

King's Cross St. Pancras

blue interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Victoria LineTowards Brixton

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Highbury & Islington

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.5 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

10.03 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Leicester Square	05:00	23:00	Towards Cockfosters
Highbury & Islington	05:00	23:00	Towards Leicester Square

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

£4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

£3.6

Save £0.4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

£3.3

Save £0.7 per ride

Use your London Underground smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.35 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.62 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~40 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

£4

Bike

£70

Auto

£150

Cab

£270

Estimates for 10.03 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Leicester Square

underground

Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access

Arrival station

Highbury & Islington

underground

Highbury & Islington, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access