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. 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.

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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
S$ 165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
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 25 km from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 20h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Markham to Windsor takes 4h 10m and costs around S$ 53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about S$ 58 for a 4h 14m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Ontario Northland, FlixBus and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 266 km and will cost you around S$ 21. From London, the ticket costs about S$ 41 for a journey of 322 km.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 25 km from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 20h 25m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Markham to Windsor takes 4h 10m and costs around S$ 53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about S$ 58 for a 4h 14m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Ontario Northland, FlixBus and Rider Express. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Markham takes 266 km and will cost you around S$ 21. From London, the ticket costs about S$ 41 for a journey of 322 km.

Airports near Markham

Airlines serving Markham

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,850 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,792 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,295 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,136 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,429 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,715 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,803 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (390 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,166 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,207 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, Excellent reviews)
S$ 196+
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 111+
Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 112+
Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 123+
Monte Carlo Inn Markham
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 114+
Park Inn by Radisson Toronto-Markham
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
S$ 129+

Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay S$ 1.52 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$ 18.16 and S$ 24.21. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.52 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$ 18.16 and S$ 24.21. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Markham, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.