Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 3 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 December
Estimated package price
$308
2 travelers
Flight to Markham
3 nights at hotel
Markham in December
Estimated package price
$308
2 travelers
Flight to Markham
3 nights at 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 the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Markham. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 08m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 50m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 14 miles from Markham. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 120 miles and will cost you around $39. From North Bay, the ticket costs about $107 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 the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Markham. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 08m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $40 for a 4h 50m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Markham is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 14 miles from Markham. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 120 miles and will cost you around $39. From North Bay, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 265 miles.

Airports near Markham

Airlines serving Markham

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,744 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,694 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,110 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,204 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,859 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,194 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,652 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,662 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,143 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,173 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,436 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 806 reviews)
$148+
Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 605 reviews)
$139+
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto - Markham, Ontario
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 960 reviews)
$100+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto - Markham By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 761 reviews)
$109+
Best Western Parkway Hotel Toronto North
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1322 reviews)
$89+
Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8, 856 reviews)
$92+

Renting a car in Markham

Renting a car in Markham costs $30 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Markham.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Markham costs $30 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Markham.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Markham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 78% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.