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.

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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
$221
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
$221
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 27h 56m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to London takes 2h 35m and costs around $75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $68 for a 4h 05m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 170 miles and will cost you around $99. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $171 for a journey of 280 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 27h 56m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to London takes 2h 35m and costs around $75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $68 for a 4h 05m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 170 miles and will cost you around $99. From Rochester, the ticket costs about $171 for a journey of 280 miles.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

KLM
Good (1,424 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,598 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,545 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,069 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,798 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,035 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,056 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,428 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,485 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,316 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,590 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,076 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,380 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay $2.03 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 $24.26 and $32.34. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.03 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 $24.26 and $32.34. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Markham

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