Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gadsden in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
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 Canada departs from Winnipeg and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around C$ 47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about C$ 86 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gadsden is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 152 km 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 FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Savannah, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 386 km and will cost you around C$ 113. From Nashville, the ticket costs about C$ 102 for a journey of 435 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 Canada departs from Winnipeg and takes around 3h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around C$ 47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about C$ 86 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gadsden is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 152 km 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 FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Savannah, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 386 km and will cost you around C$ 113. From Nashville, the ticket costs about C$ 102 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,870 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,820 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,336 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,281 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,904 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,155 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,488 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,724 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,842 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,180 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,231 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

Most booked hotels in Gadsden

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gadsden
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 156+
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Comfort Suites Gadsden Attalla
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 120+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Gadsden AL
2 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
C$ 83+
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Renting a car in Gadsden

Expect to pay C$ 1.49 per litre in Gadsden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.88 and C$ 23.83. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gadsden, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.49 per litre in Gadsden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.88 and C$ 23.83. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gadsden, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.