How far is Swarthmore, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Swarthmore and Reading is 42.74 miles (68.78 km).
Flight distance from Swarthmore, PA to Reading, PA is 42.74 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Swarthmore to Reading with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Swarthmore, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 64.19 miles (103.31 km) by car.
Driving from Swarthmore to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 11 minutes.
#1 Swarthmore
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 6372 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°54'7"N 75°20'60"W |
| Latitude | 39.9020600 |
| Longitude | -75.3499100 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the Schuylkill River in eastern Pennsylvania. Reading is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Reading Public Museum and the Reading Central Railroad.
| Population | 88217 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°20'8"N 75°55'37"W |
| Latitude | 40.3356500 |
| Longitude | -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Reading: Penn Street (-75.926876,40.335365)
Estimated Travel Time Between Swarthmore and Reading
The distance between Swarthmore and Reading is 103 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 08 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Swarthmore and Reading. The current time is 03:49:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.57 liters (2.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Swarthmore and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Swarthmore to Reading is $8.42 (diesel $10.8).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $8.42 | $9.34 | $10.06 | $10.8 |
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The average gas price (in Pennsylvania ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.717 (Diesel $4.767) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Swarthmore and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
