Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gadsden travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gadsden

With a population of 36,856, Gadsden is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gadsden to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gadsden

Gadsden in December
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gadsden in December
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gadsden in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -1 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 148 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Gadsden, with an average rainfall of 81 mm.

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How to Get to Gadsden

Plane

Although Gadsden doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 85 km from Gadsden. The shortest flight to Gadsden from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 30h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $123 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $125 for a 8h 11m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 241 km and will cost you around $33. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

Although Gadsden doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 85 km from Gadsden. The shortest flight to Gadsden from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 30h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $123 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $125 for a 8h 11m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 241 km and will cost you around $33. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,616 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,013 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,564 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,807 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,076 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,042 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,431 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,512 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,597 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,088 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,412 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gadsden

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gadsden and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gadsden W-Near Attalla By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gadsden

Hiring a car in Gadsden

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Gadsden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.69 and $24.92. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gadsden, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Gadsden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.69 and $24.92. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gadsden, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.