Halifax to Markham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

777.1 miles 1250.7 km · straight line
1038.6 miles actual route 1671.4 km · driving distance
21h 35min estimated drive time
CAD 168 - CAD 207 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Halifax from Markham?

The distance from Halifax to Markham is 777.1 miles (1250.7 km) as the crow flies. Markham is located W of Halifax. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1038.6 miles, taking about 21h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in Canada — Halifax in Nova Scotia and Markham in Ontario.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Halifax and Markham. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Halifax to Markham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 35min CAD 168 - CAD 207 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 54min $83–$156* Budget
Train ~28h 4min $125–$364* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Halifax & Markham

Quick Facts

Halifax
44.65°N, 63.58°W
America/Halifax
0m elevation
Markham
43.87°N, 79.27°W
America/Toronto
168m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 259 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM