Introduction
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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
$184
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
$184
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 25 km from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 21h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 08m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $58 for a 4h 10m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 23 km from Markham. You’ll find branches of Ace and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Greyhound. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 266 km and will cost you around $51. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $78 for a journey of 443 km.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 25 km from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 21h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 08m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $58 for a 4h 10m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car hire from Toronto, which is about 23 km from Markham. You’ll find branches of Ace and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Greyhound. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 266 km and will cost you around $51. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $78 for a journey of 443 km.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,784 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,739 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,203 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,115 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,289 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,682 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,394 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,162 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,882 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto - Markham By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Toronto Marriott Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$279+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Liberty Suites
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$163+
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Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Center & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$201+
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Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$119+
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Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.18 and $25.57. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.18 and $25.57. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Markham

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