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 February
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gadsden in February
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 53 miles from Gadsden. The shortest flight to Gadsden from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 51h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $105 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gadsden is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 94 miles from Gadsden. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 290 km and will cost you around $87. From Greenville, the ticket costs about $102 for a journey of 298 km.

Plane

Although Gadsden doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 53 miles from Gadsden. The shortest flight to Gadsden from New Zealand departs from Dunedin and takes around 51h 19m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $105 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gadsden is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 94 miles from Gadsden. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 290 km and will cost you around $87. From Greenville, the ticket costs about $102 for a journey of 298 km.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

Lufthansa
Good (7,974 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,944 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,352 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,684 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,000 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,238 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gadsden

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Gadsden

Hiring a car in Gadsden

Expect to pay $1.99 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 $23.87 and $31.83. The most frequently booked car type in Gadsden is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.99 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 $23.87 and $31.83. The most frequently booked car type in Gadsden is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.