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.

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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$ 167
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 167
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 26h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 04m and costs around S$ 51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about S$ 51 for a 5h 18m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Rider Express, FlixBus and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 209 km and will cost you around S$ 37. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about S$ 52 for a journey of 266 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 26h 10m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 04m and costs around S$ 51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about S$ 51 for a 5h 18m trip. The train station in Markham is called Markham Centennial, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Rider Express, FlixBus and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 209 km and will cost you around S$ 37. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about S$ 52 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Markham

Airlines serving Markham

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 127+
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 144+
Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Center & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 203+
Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 121+
Monte Carlo Inn Markham
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 116+
Park Inn by Radisson Toronto-Markham
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
S$ 106+

Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay S$ 1.48 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$ 17.70 and S$ 23.60. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.48 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$ 17.70 and S$ 23.60. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.