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, Watercolour (166 Main St Unionville) and The Captain's Boil-Thornhill (230 Commerce Valley Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Markham

Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Markham in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 162
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 24h.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around S$ 52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about S$ 52 for a 4h 10m 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 Alamo, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Red Arrow, Rider Express and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 230 km and will cost you around S$ 37. From Kingston, the ticket costs about S$ 39 for a journey of 241 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 24h.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 05m and costs around S$ 52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about S$ 52 for a 4h 10m 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 Alamo, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Markham, including Red Arrow, Rider Express and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Markham takes 230 km and will cost you around S$ 37. From Kingston, the ticket costs about S$ 39 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 158+
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Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 200+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 140+
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Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 136+
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Monte Carlo Inn Toronto - Markham
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 130+
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Park Inn by Radisson Toronto-Markham
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
S$ 118+
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Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay S$ 1.63 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$ 19.47 and S$ 25.96. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Supplier choice (Class Special Sedan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.63 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$ 19.47 and S$ 25.96. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Supplier choice (Class Special Sedan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Markham

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