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About Newark, IL

Newark is a small farming town of about 1,100 people in Kendall County, roughly 50 miles southwest of Chicago. Most visitors arrive via I-80 to Route 71 south (Exit 97), about an hour from the city. The main routes are Route 71 running north-south through town and connections to Route 47 for regional travel. Newark's restored 1800s wooden grain elevator is one of the last remaining in the county.

Where is Newark, IL on the map?

Newark, IL is in United States, at 41.537, -88.580 - about 33 km south of Sugar Grove, IL.

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What is the closest airport to Newark, IL?

The closest airport to Newark, IL is Chicago Midway International Airport, 85 km (about 1 h 23 min by car).

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