The average train between Russell Square and Big Ben takes 15 min and the fastest train takes 13 min. The train runs at least 15 times per hour from Russell Square to Big Ben. 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 5 minutes between Russell Square and Big Ben. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Russell Square is at 9:10 AM which arrives into Big Ben at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Green Park Station and take an average of 15 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

15 min • 1 change

15 min • 1 change

15 min • 1 change

13 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Russell Square to Big Ben. However, there are services departing from Russell Square station and arriving at Big Ben station via Green Park Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15 min.
Russell Square to Big Ben train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Russell Square station.
Russell Square to Big Ben train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Green Park Station.
The distance between Russell Square and Big Ben is 2.3 km. The road distance is 5 km.
London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Russell Square station to Green Park Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–5 and the journey takes 8 min.