🚌 Bus from Loughton to Ongar
2 direct routes · about 69 min · first bus 16:20, last bus 18:25 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18C | Central Connect | ~69 min | 2 | 16:20 | 18:25 | Loughton Station (Stop B) |
| 620 | First Essex | ~32 min | 1 | 07:20 | 07:20 | Wake Arms (NE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Loughton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Loughton to Ongar?
2 routes run directly from Loughton to Ongar: the 18C (Central Connect), the 620 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Loughton to Ongar?
Around 69 minutes on the 18C, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Loughton to Ongar?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 18C) leaves around 16:20 and the last around 18:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Loughton to Ongar?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.