Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Markham travel guide

Markham Tourism | Markham Guide

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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Markham to see all of its attractions.

Article

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
S$ 164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 164
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 14 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 28h 02m.

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 S$ 56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about S$ 52 for a 4h 35m 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 Ace and Hertz, 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 170 miles and will cost you around S$ 51. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about S$ 71 for a journey of 255 miles.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 14 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 28h 02m.

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 S$ 56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about S$ 52 for a 4h 35m 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 Ace and Hertz, 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 170 miles and will cost you around S$ 51. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about S$ 71 for a journey of 255 miles.

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,945 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 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)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

See all
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto - Markham, Ontario
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 140+
View
Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 155+
View
Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Center & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 205+
View
Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 132+
View
Monte Carlo Inn Toronto Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 134+
View
Park Inn by Radisson Toronto-Markham
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
S$ 130+
View

Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay S$ 1.97 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 S$ 23.55 and S$ 31.39. Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.97 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 S$ 23.55 and S$ 31.39. Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Markham

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz
Find car hire in Markham