The average train between Reading and Swampscott takes 1h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Swampscott. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Reading and Swampscott. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Swampscott at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 27m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to Swampscott? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Reading to Swampscott. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Swampscott station via North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.
Reading to Swampscott train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Swampscott train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Swampscott station.
The distance between Reading and Swampscott is 15.9 km. The road distance is 19 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Swampscott via North Station in around 1h 27m.