🚌 Bus from Ongar to Chelmsford City Centre
2 direct routes · about 49 min · first bus 07:15, last bus 17:15 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | First Essex | ~49 min | 6 | 07:15 | 17:15 | Two Brewers (o/s) |
| 46 | Central Connect | ~45 min | 2 | 18:25 | 20:25 | Two Brewers (o/s) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ongar 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 Ongar to Chelmsford City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Ongar to Chelmsford City Centre: the 46 (First Essex), the 46 (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Ongar to Chelmsford City Centre?
Around 49 minutes on the 46, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ongar to Chelmsford City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 46) leaves around 07:15 and the last around 17:15. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ongar to Chelmsford City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.