What is the cheapest way to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square?

The cheapest way to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square is to subway which costs £1 - £4 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square?

The fastest way to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs £13 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Trafalgar Square and Russell Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Charing Cross and arriving at Southampton Row / Theobalds Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between Trafalgar Square and Russell Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester Square station station and arriving at Russell Square station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square?

The distance between Trafalgar Square and Russell Square is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square without a car?

The best way to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square without a car is to subway which takes 11 min and costs £1 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square?

The subway from Leicester Square station to Russell Square station takes 5 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Trafalgar Square to Russell Square bus from?

Trafalgar Square to Russell Square bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Charing Cross station.

Where do I catch the Trafalgar Square to Russell Square train from?

Trafalgar Square to Russell Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Leicester Square station.

Where does the Trafalgar Square to Russell Square bus arrive?

Trafalgar Square to Russell Square bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Southampton Row / Theobalds Road station.

Where does the Trafalgar Square to Russell Square train arrive?

Trafalgar Square to Russell Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Russell Square station.

Where can I stay near Russell Square?

There are 21994+ hotels available in Russell Square.

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There are 5 ways to get from Trafalgar Square to Russell Square by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Leicester Square station to Russell Square stationsubway Piccadilly
11 min
£1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Southampton Row / Theobalds Roadbus N91 / ...
12 min
£1–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Trafalgar Square to Russell Squaretaxi 1.2 mi
4 min
£13–17
Walk
1. Take the foot from Trafalgar Square to Russell Squarewalk 1.1 mi
21 min
Line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Horse Guards Parade to Tottenham Court Road Stationbus 24
18 min
£2

Trafalgar Square to Russell Square by foot and subway

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Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Trafalgar Square, England and Russell Square, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Leicester Square station to Russell Square station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–4 and the journey takes 5 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Charing Cross to Southampton Row / Theobalds Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–6 and the journey takes 11 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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