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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Markham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Markham

With a population of 261,573, Markham is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Markham has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Markham

If you’re looking for affordable options, JOEY Markville (5000 Hwy 7 suite 1247) and Il Postino (186 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Markham

Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Markham

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 16 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 22h 20m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $58 for a 4h 58m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 14 miles from Markham. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Ontario Northland, FlixBus and Rider Express. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 130 miles and will cost you around $77. From North Bay, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 265 miles.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 16 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Australia departs from Brisbane and takes around 22h 20m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $58 for a 4h 58m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 14 miles from Markham. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Ontario Northland, FlixBus and Rider Express. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 130 miles and will cost you around $77. From North Bay, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 265 miles.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

KLM
Good (1,470 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,784 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,284 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,254 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,712 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,475 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$215+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$121+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto - Markham By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$166+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$121+
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Liberty Suites
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$159+
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Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$135+
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Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.91 and $26.55. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.91 and $26.55. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Markham

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