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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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gadsden has to offer.

When to visit Gadsden

Gadsden in December
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gadsden in December
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gadsden in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.8″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Gadsden, with an average rainfall of 3.2″.

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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. Birmingham is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Aeromexico, LATAM Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gadsden departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $60 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 Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 170 miles and will cost you around $55. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 180 miles.

Plane

Although Gadsden doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 53 miles from Gadsden. Birmingham is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Aeromexico, LATAM Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Gadsden departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gadsden. The train journey from Gadsden to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $60 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 Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gadsden, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Gadsden takes 170 miles and will cost you around $55. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airports near Gadsden

BHMBirmingham
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gadsden

KLM
Good (1,470 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,843 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,281 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,415 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,710 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,475 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 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 Rodeway Inn Gadsden - Attalla.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gadsden

Most booked hotels in Gadsden

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Best Western Plus Gadsden Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 918 reviews)
$91+
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Gadsden Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 242 reviews)
$90+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gadsden
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 446 reviews)
$118+
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Red Roof Inn Gadsden
2 stars
Good (7.7, 692 reviews)
$74+
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Motel 6 Attalla. Al
2 stars
Good (7.1, 158 reviews)
$71+
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Homelodge - Attalla
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Gadsden

Renting a car in Gadsden costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Gadsden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gadsden, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Gadsden costs $56 per day, on average, or $169 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Gadsden (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gadsden, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

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