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. For delicious green meals, Milestones Grill + Bar - Markham (169 Enterprise Blvd) and NextDoor Restaurant (139 Main St Unionville) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Markham.

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 16 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 20h 40m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around S$ 51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about S$ 51 for a 4h 50m 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 Rider Express, Bus and VIA Rail Canada. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Markham takes 280 miles and will cost you around S$ 55. From Montreal, the ticket costs about S$ 64 for a journey of 375 miles.

Plane

Although Markham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto Island (YTZ), which is located 16 miles from Markham. The shortest flight to Markham from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 20h 40m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Markham, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Markham to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around S$ 51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about S$ 51 for a 4h 50m 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 Rider Express, Bus and VIA Rail Canada. From Ottawa, the bus ride to Markham takes 280 miles and will cost you around S$ 55. From Montreal, the ticket costs about S$ 64 for a journey of 375 miles.

Airports near Markham

YYZToronto Pearson Intl
YTZToronto Island
YHMHamilton

Airlines serving Markham

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Markham

Most booked hotels in Markham

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 148+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 134+
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Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 209+
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Monte Carlo Inn & Suites Downtown Markham
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
S$ 127+
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Monte Carlo Inn Toronto - Markham
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 127+
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Park Inn by Radisson Toronto-Markham
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
S$ 120+
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Hiring a car in Markham

Expect to pay S$ 1.53 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$ 18.32 and S$ 24.43. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.53 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$ 18.32 and S$ 24.43. The most frequently booked car type in Markham is Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Markham

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz
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