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About Salem, NJ

Salem is a small Delaware River town in southwestern New Jersey, about 40 miles from Philadelphia. Route 49 runs right through downtown, connecting to I-95 via Route 322 from Philly or Route 40 from the north. The Delaware Memorial Bridge on I-295 provides access from Delaware. Most traffic comes from the surrounding farm communities within 30 miles. The town's centerpiece is a 300-year-old Salem Oak tree on the courthouse square that witnessed colonial treaty negotiations.

Where is Salem, NJ on the map?

Salem, NJ is in United States, at 39.568, -75.472 - about 27 km south-west of Swedesboro, NJ.

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What is the closest airport to Salem, NJ?

The closest airport to Salem, NJ is Wilmington Airport, 29 km (about 29 min by car). Other airports nearby: Philadelphia International Airport.

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