Introduction
Where to eat
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
$219
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
$219
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 New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 29h 49m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 3h 53m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $66 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 Dollar and Avis, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and VIA Rail Canada. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Markham takes 280 miles and will cost you around $94. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 298 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 New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 29h 49m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 3h 53m and costs around $70 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $66 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 Dollar and Avis, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and VIA Rail Canada. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Markham takes 280 miles and will cost you around $94. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 298 miles.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (7,946 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,910 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,325 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,195 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,643 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,759 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,961 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,220 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,295 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay $2.54 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 $30.42 and $40.56. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.54 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 $30.42 and $40.56. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Markham

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz
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