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 February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gadsden in February
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 85 km from Gadsden. The shortest flight to Gadsden from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 4h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around C$ 85 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about C$ 77 for a 12h 50m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Nashville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 402 km and will cost you around C$ 107. From Memphis, the ticket costs about C$ 159 for a journey of 909 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 Calgary and takes around 4h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around C$ 85 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about C$ 77 for a 12h 50m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Nashville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 402 km and will cost you around C$ 107. From Memphis, the ticket costs about C$ 159 for a journey of 909 km.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

Lufthansa
Good (7,931 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,895 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,315 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,424 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,923 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,185 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,576 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,608 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,943 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,212 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,282 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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Hampton Inn Gadsden
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 177+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gadsden
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 160+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Gadsden AL
2 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
C$ 82+
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Renting a car in Gadsden

Expect to pay C$ 1.62 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$ 19.39 and C$ 25.85. 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 rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 27% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.62 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$ 19.39 and C$ 25.85. 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 rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 27% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.