How to get from Waterloo Station to Russell Square by Tube?

From Waterloo Station to Russell Square by Tube

To get from Waterloo Station to Russell Square in Bloomsbury, take the NORTHERN Tube from Waterloo station to Leicester Square station. Next, take the PICCADILLY Tube from Leicester Square station to Russell Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is £2.90. The Tube schedule from Waterloo Station may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube schedule to Russell Square on the Moovit app.

18min£2.90
Walk to Tube station
Tube - NORTHERN
Tube - PICCADILLY
Leaves from Waterloo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Waterloo
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tube - NORTHERN
    Wait for Tube
    NORTHERN
    Barnet
  • 3
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Leicester Square
    5 min
  • 4
    Tube - PICCADILLY
    Wait for Tube
    PICCADILLY
    Cockfosters
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station Russell Square
    Ride to Tube station
    Russell Square
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Waterloo Station to Russell Square

The distance between Waterloo Station, Bloomsbury and Russell Square, Bloomsbury is approximately 3.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waterloo Station to Russell Square by Tube, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bloomsbury – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube timetable from Waterloo Station to Russell Square

To check the Tube timetable from Waterloo Station to Russell Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waterloo Station) and destination (Russell Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest Tube timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Russell Square?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Tube line NORTHERN, Tube line PICCADILLY.

  • Is there a direct Tube between Waterloo Station and Russell Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Tube lines in total. The total travelling time is 18 min.

  • Which Tube line goes from Waterloo Station to Russell Square?

    The NORTHERN Tube line goes from Waterloo station near Waterloo Station in Waterloo to Leicester Square station. From there you’ll have to take one Tube line till Leicester Square station near Russell Square in Bloomsbury.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waterloo Station to Russell Square by Tube?

    The total travel time between Waterloo Station in Waterloo and Russell Square in Bloomsbury by Tube is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the Tube near Waterloo Station to get to Russell Square?

    Get on the NORTHERN Tube from the Waterloo station near Waterloo Station in Waterloo.

  • Where do I get off the Tube when travelling between Waterloo Station and Russell Square?

    Get off the Tube at the Leicester Square station, which is closest to Russell Square in Bloomsbury.

  • When is the last bus from Waterloo Station to Russell Square?

    The last bus from Waterloo Station in Waterloo to Russell Square in Bloomsbury is the Euston - West Norwood line. It leaves the Waterloo Station / Tenison Way (K) stop at 00:35.

  • How much is the Tube fare from Waterloo Station to Russell Square?

    The ride from Waterloo Station to Russell Square costs £2.90.

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