How far is Swartzville, PA from Reading, PA?
The driving distance from Swartzville, PA to Reading, PA is about 14.1 miles (22.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.7 miles (17.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Swartzville and Reading.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swartzville and Reading.
-
1
Start on North Reading Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · North Reading Road
-
2
Continue on Alleghenyville Road
533 ft · 10 sec · Alleghenyville Road
-
3
Take the ramp slight right
2232 ft · 54 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 5 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shillington
4.9 mi · 9 min
-
6
Turn left onto South 5th Street
2195 ft · 47 sec · South 5th Street
-
7
Turn right onto Franklin Street
550 ft · 17 sec · Franklin Street
-
8
Turn left onto South 6th Street
599 ft · 25 sec · South 6th Street
-
9
Turn left onto Penn Street
85 m · 5 sec · Penn Street
-
10
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Penn Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Swartzville and Reading.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 222 Business
Take the exit slight right toward US 222 Business: Lancaster Avenue, Shillington
4.92 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Swartzville and Mostly Sunny near Reading.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Swartzville to Reading?
The road trip is about 14.1 miles (22.7 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mohnton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.1 miles from Swartzville and 8.1 miles from Reading.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.7 miles (17.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.23 one way or $4.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Swartzville and Mostly Sunny near Reading.
Stop Ideas Near Mohnton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mohnton.
Coatesville
Parkesburg
Lancaster station
Downingtown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Swartzville and Reading. Straight-line distance: 10.67 mi (17.17 km).
#1 Swartzville
Situated in northern Lancaster County at an elevation of 561 feet, this unincorporated community is established within East Cocalico Township.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.2331500, -76.0782800 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 88,217 |
| Coordinates | 40.3356500, -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Penn Street (-75.926876, 40.335365)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.46 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $2.46 | $4.93 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $3.28 | $6.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Oct 15, 2026