How long does it take from Highbury & Islington to Bank by metro?

The journey from Highbury & Islington to Bank takes approximately 21 minutes by London Underground, covering 5.06 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Highbury & Islington to Bank?

The token fare from Highbury & Islington to Bank is £3.4. With a smart card the fare is £3 (save £0.4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's £2.7.

Which platform at Highbury & Islington for Bank?

At Highbury & Islington, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Brixton. Look for the electronic board showing "Brixton".

What is the last train from Highbury & Islington to Bank?

The last train from Highbury & Islington towards Brixton departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bank back towards Highbury & Islington departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Highbury & Islington to Bank?

There are 3 stops between Highbury & Islington and Bank on the Victoria Line. The stations are: Highbury & Islington, King's Cross St. Pancras.

Highbury & Islington To Bank

ShortestShortest Route

Highbury & Islington

Platform 2·underground·Victoria LineTowards Brixton

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

King's Cross St. Pancras

blue interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.5 km

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

interchange King's Cross St. Pancras — 5 min

Platform 1 · 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

Liverpool Street

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.68 km

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

interchange Liverpool Street — 5 min

Platform 3 · Central Line ·Platform 1 Towards Ealing Broadway

+5 min

Liverpool Street

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Central LineTowards Ealing Broadway

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

Bank

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.88 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

21 min

Total time

stops

5.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Highbury & Islington	05:00	23:00	Towards Brixton
Bank	05:00	23:00	Towards Highbury & Islington

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 £0.4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

£2.7

Save £0.7 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

0.68 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

£3.4

Bike

£40

Auto

£90

Cab

£162

Estimates for 5.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Victoria Line

Departure station

Highbury & Islington

underground

Highbury & Islington, London, United Kingdom

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access

Arrival station

Bank

underground

Bank, London, United Kingdom

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access