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 85 km from Gadsden. The shortest flight to Gadsden from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 28h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $125 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $181 for a 8h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gadsden is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 152 km from Gadsden. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Avis, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 314 km and will cost you around $120. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $157 for a journey of 451 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 28h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $125 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $181 for a 8h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gadsden is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 152 km from Gadsden. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Avis, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 314 km and will cost you around $120. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $157 for a journey of 451 km.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

Lufthansa
Good (7,962 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,512 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,346 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,982 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,225 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,310 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 $23.79 and $31.72. 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 $23.79 and $31.72. 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.