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 February
Estimated hotel price
$182
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hexham in February
Estimated hotel price
$182
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 Australia departs from Perth and takes around 38h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hexham, followed by LNER. The train journey from Hexham to Edinburgh takes 1h 52m and costs around $15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $50 for a 2h 36m trip. Located 9 km from the city centre, Hexham Haydon Bridge is the busiest station in Hexham. Another popular train station is Hexham, located 0.8 km from the centre.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hexham, including FlixBus, Megabus and National Express. From Darlington, the bus ride to Hexham takes 89 km and will cost you around $32. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 249 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 Australia departs from Perth and takes around 38h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hexham, followed by LNER. The train journey from Hexham to Edinburgh takes 1h 52m and costs around $15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $50 for a 2h 36m trip. Located 9 km from the city centre, Hexham Haydon Bridge is the busiest station in Hexham. Another popular train station is Hexham, located 0.8 km from the centre.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hexham, including FlixBus, Megabus and National Express. From Darlington, the bus ride to Hexham takes 89 km and will cost you around $32. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 249 km.

Airlines serving Hexham

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hexham

Most booked hotels in Hexham

Battlesteads
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$172+
Langley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$241+
Slaley Hall Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$213+
The George Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$146+

Hiring a car in Hexham

Expect to pay $2.85 per litre in Hexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.20 and $45.59. 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 Mini car hire (Smart Fortwo or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.85 per litre in Hexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.20 and $45.59. 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 Mini car hire (Smart Fortwo or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.