Reading – Swindon distance
57km
Straight-line distance · 36 miles
DirectionWNW · 282°
Est. time (90 km/h)0 h 38 min
Midpoint51.508, -1.376
In a straight line, Reading and Swindon are only 57 km (36 miles) apart, heading WNW — an easy day-trip distance by car.
?Frequently asked questions
How far is Reading from Swindon?
In a straight line, the Reading–Swindon distance is about 57 km (36 miles), heading WNW. At such short range, the road difference depends mostly on the local route you pick.
How long does it take to get from Reading to Swindon?
At an average 90 km/h, the short straight-line hop between Reading and Swindon would take about 0 h 38 min; the real time depends mostly on local traffic.
Is this the road distance?
No. The value shown is the straight-line (great-circle) distance, equal to the flight distance. The real road distance, which follows roads, is usually 20–40% longer.
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