How long does it take from Temple to Russell Square by metro?

The journey from Temple to Russell Square takes approximately 27 minutes by London Underground, covering 10.56 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Temple to Russell Square?

The token fare from Temple to Russell Square is ₹4. With a smart card the fare is ₹3.6 (save ₹0.3999999999999999). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹3.3.

Which platform at Temple for Russell Square?

At Temple, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Edgware Road. Look for the electronic board showing "Edgware Road".

What is the last train from Temple to Russell Square?

The last train from Temple towards Edgware Road departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Russell Square back towards Temple departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Temple to Russell Square?

There are 6 stops between Temple and Russell Square on the Circle Line. The stations are: Temple, Blackfriars, Monument, Tower Hill, Liverpool Street, King's Cross St. Pancras.

Temple To Russell Square

ShortestShortest Route

Temple

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Edgware Road

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

Blackfriars

green interchange

+3.57 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

Monument

green interchange

+7.12 min

3.55 min · 1.68 km

Tower Hill

green interchange

+10.69 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

Liverpool Street

red interchange

+14.26 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground8.43 km

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

interchange King's Cross St. Pancras — 5 min

Platform 5 · Piccadilly Line ·Platform 3 Towards Heathrow Terminals

+5 min

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Piccadilly LineTowards Heathrow Terminals

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

Russell Square

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.13 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

10.56 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Temple	05:00	00:30	Towards Edgware Road
Russell Square	05:00	23:00	Towards Temple

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 ₹0.3999999999999999 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹3.3

Save ₹0.7000000000000002 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

1.43 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.65 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹4

Bike

₹74

Auto

₹156

Cab

₹282

Estimates for 10.56 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Temple

underground

Temple, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Temple exit 1· Somerset House♿

Temple exit 2· Somerset House♿

Temple exit 3· Somerset House♿

Temple exit 4· Somerset House♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free accessTicket machinesShops

Arrival station

Russell Square

underground

Russell Square, London, United Kingdom

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access