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About Thornton, IL

Thornton is a small Cook County community about 30 miles south of Chicago, accessible via Interstate 94. The village sits near the Indiana border with easy connections to Gary and Hammond. State Route 1 (Dixie Highway) runs north-south through town as the main local road. Most traffic comes from Chicago via I-94 or from Indiana cities. The original 1907 railroad depot still stands downtown.

Where is Thornton, IL on the map?

Thornton, IL is in United States, at 41.571, -87.619 - about 37 km south of Chicago, IL.

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What is the closest airport to Thornton, IL?

The closest airport to Thornton, IL is Gary/Chicago International Airport, 27 km (about 30 min by car). Other airports nearby: Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

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