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 4 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
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
$128
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 All airports (YTO), which is located 22 km from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city center.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 274 km and will cost you around $40. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 410 km.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 22 km from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 15m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city center.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 274 km and will cost you around $40. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 410 km.

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (7,993 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,975 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,450 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,362 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,944 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,706 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,775 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,026 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

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Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 607 reviews)
$166+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto - Markham, Ontario
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 976 reviews)
$106+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto - Markham By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 771 reviews)
$122+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 867 reviews)
$120+
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Best Western Parkway Hotel Toronto North
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1356 reviews)
$112+
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Liberty Suites
3 stars
Good (7.9, 2110 reviews)
$134+
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Renting a car in Markham

Renting a car in Markham costs $37 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Markham.

Expect to pay $5.83 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 $69.95 and $93.27. Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Markham, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Markham costs $37 per day, on average, or $148 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Markham.

Expect to pay $5.83 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 $69.95 and $93.27. Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Markham, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Markham

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$41/day

Standard SUV
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