Driving from Markham to Whitby
Whitby lies 27 km (17 mi) east of Markham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 22 min without stops, over roughly 33 km (20 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Markham | Whitby | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 338,503 | 138,501 |
| Elevation | 168 m (551 ft) | 87 m (285 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
Where to book car hire from Markham to Whitby
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Staying in Whitby
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Common questions
How far is Whitby from Markham?
27 km (17 mi) in a straight line, east of Markham; by road roughly 33 km (20 mi).
How long does it take to get from Markham to Whitby by car?
About 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Markham and Whitby?
No, both are on America/Toronto at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.