Hexham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hexham

With a population of 10 920, Hexham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hexham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hexham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bouchon Bistrot - Hexham (4-6 Gilesgate) and Vercelli Restaurant (36-38 Priestpopple) are great picks.

When to visit Hexham

Hexham in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hexham in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hexham

Plane

Although Hexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 27 km from Hexham. The shortest flight to Hexham from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hexham, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Hexham to Edinburgh takes 1h 54m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $60 for a 2h 48m trip. Located 9 km from the city center, Hexham Haydon Bridge is the busiest station in Hexham. Another popular train station is Hexham, located 0.8 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Hexham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 129 km from Hexham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hexham, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Hexham takes 249 km and will cost you around $13. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 338 km.

Plane

Although Hexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 27 km from Hexham. The shortest flight to Hexham from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hexham, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Hexham to Edinburgh takes 1h 54m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $60 for a 2h 48m trip. Located 9 km from the city center, Hexham Haydon Bridge is the busiest station in Hexham. Another popular train station is Hexham, located 0.8 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Hexham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 129 km from Hexham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hexham, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Hexham takes 249 km and will cost you around $13. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 338 km.

Airlines serving Hexham

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hexham

Most booked hotels in Hexham

Wydon Farm B&B
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 209 reviews)
$118+
Belford House Self Check-in Rooms
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 428 reviews)
$80+
Battlesteads
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1138 reviews)
$117+
Langley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 890 reviews)
$186+
Centre Of Britain Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 334 reviews)
$111+
Manor House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 735 reviews)
$79+

Renting a car in Hexham

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Hexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Hexham is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Hexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Hexham is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.