The average train between Russell Square and Beckton takes 34 min and the fastest train takes 30 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Russell Square to Beckton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 15 minutes between Russell Square and Beckton. The earliest departure is at 11:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Russell Square is at 7:54 PM which arrives into Beckton at 8:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 34 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

33 min • 1 change

35 min • 1 change

30 min • 1 change

33 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Russell Square to Beckton. However, there are services departing from Russell Square station and arriving at Beckton station via Custom House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.
Russell Square to Beckton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Tottenham Court Rd station.
Russell Square to Beckton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Beckton DLR Station.
The distance between Russell Square and Beckton is 12.7 km. The road distance is 16 km.
You can take a train from Tottenham Court Rd to Beckton DLR Station via Custom House in around 30 min.