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$ 126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gadsden in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 126
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 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 Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around C$ 54 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about C$ 82 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Greenville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 165 miles and will cost you around C$ 82. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about C$ 95 for a journey of 195 miles.

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 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 Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around C$ 54 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about C$ 82 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Greenville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 165 miles and will cost you around C$ 82. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about C$ 95 for a journey of 195 miles.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,785 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,741 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,205 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,518 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,683 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,718 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,395 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,163 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (385 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,885 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 (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 152+
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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$ 1.16 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$ 13.89 and C$ 18.52. The most frequently booked car type in Gadsden is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 9% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.16 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$ 13.89 and C$ 18.52. The most frequently booked car type in Gadsden is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 9% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.