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

The journey from Russell Square to Lancaster Gate takes approximately 35 minutes by London Underground, covering 9.49 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Russell Square to Lancaster Gate?

The token fare from Russell Square to Lancaster Gate is ₹3.4. With a smart card the fare is ₹3 (save ₹0.3999999999999999). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹2.7.

Which platform at Russell Square for Lancaster Gate?

At Russell 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 Russell Square to Lancaster Gate?

The last train from Russell Square towards Cockfosters departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Lancaster Gate back towards Russell Square departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Russell Square to Lancaster Gate?

There are 5 stops between Russell Square and Lancaster Gate on the Piccadilly Line. The stations are: Russell Square, King's Cross St. Pancras.

Russell Square To Lancaster Gate

ShortestShortest Route

Russell Square

Platform 1·underground·Piccadilly LineTowards Cockfosters

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

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.13 km

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

interchange King's Cross St. Pancras — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 5 Towards Edgware Road

+5 min

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeblue interchange

Platform 5·underground·Circle LineTowards Edgware Road

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

Baker Street

grey interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.69 km

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

interchange Baker Street — 5 min

Platform 3 · Jubilee Line ·Platform 1 Towards Stanmore

+5 min

Baker Street

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Jubilee LineTowards Stanmore

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

Bond Street

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.92 km

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

interchange Bond Street — 5 min

Platform 3 · Central Line ·Platform 1 Towards Ealing Broadway

+5 min

Bond Street

grey interchange

Platform 1·underground·Central LineTowards Ealing Broadway

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

Marble Arch

+3.9 min

3.9 min · 1.87 km

Lancaster Gate

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.75 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

9.49 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Russell Square	05:00	23:00	Towards Cockfosters
Lancaster Gate	05:00	23:00	Towards Russell 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

₹3.4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹3

Save ₹0.3999999999999999 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹2.7

Save ₹0.6999999999999997 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

1.28 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.59 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹3.4

Bike

₹66

Auto

₹144

Cab

₹258

Estimates for 9.49 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure 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

Arrival station

Lancaster Gate

underground

Lancaster Gate, London, United Kingdom

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access