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 17 miles from Hexham. The shortest flight to Hexham from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 10h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hexham, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Hexham to London takes 2h 48m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $191 for a 4h 53m trip. Located 6 miles from the city center, Hexham Haydon Bridge is the busiest station in Hexham. Another popular train station is Hexham, located 0.5 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Hexham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 80 miles 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 FlixBus, Megabus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Hexham takes 155 miles and will cost you around $13. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 210 miles.

Plane

Although Hexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 17 miles from Hexham. The shortest flight to Hexham from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 10h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hexham, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Hexham to London takes 2h 48m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $191 for a 4h 53m trip. Located 6 miles from the city center, Hexham Haydon Bridge is the busiest station in Hexham. Another popular train station is Hexham, located 0.5 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Hexham is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 80 miles 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 FlixBus, Megabus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Hexham takes 155 miles and will cost you around $13. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 210 miles.

Airlines serving Hexham

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hexham

Most booked hotels in Hexham

Wydon Farm Bed and Breakfast
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 216 reviews)
$121+
Belford House Self Check-in Rooms
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 460 reviews)
$86+
Battlesteads
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1168 reviews)
$113+
Langley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 916 reviews)
$163+
Centre Of Britain Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 331 reviews)
$113+
Manor House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 758 reviews)
$119+

Renting a car in Hexham

Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47. 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, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47. 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, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.