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 Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Windsor takes 4h 35m and costs around $50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $74 for a 4h 50m 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, Ontario Northland and Greyhound. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Markham takes 451 km and will cost you around $53. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $115 for a journey of 595 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 Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Windsor takes 4h 35m and costs around $50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $74 for a 4h 50m 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, Ontario Northland and Greyhound. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Markham takes 451 km and will cost you around $53. From Montreal, the ticket costs about $115 for a journey of 595 km.

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (8,010 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,986 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,378 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,951 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,781 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,062 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,253 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,379 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)
$114+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto - Markham By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 771 reviews)
$131+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 867 reviews)
$132+
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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, 2108 reviews)
$142+
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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 7% 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 79% 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 7% 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 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Markham

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$40/day

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