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Pelham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pelham

With a population of 21.352, Pelham is a must-see destination in Alabama, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Pelham deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Pelham

Pelham in December
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pelham in December
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pelham in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Pelham, with an average rainfall of 3.7″.

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How to Get to Pelham

Plane

Although Pelham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 31 km from Pelham. Montgomery Dannelly Field is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Pelham departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pelham. The train journey from Pelham to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $36 for a 8h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Pelham is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 230 km from Pelham. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pelham, including Tornado Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Dallas, the bus ride to Pelham takes 1036 km and will cost you around $185. From Houston, the ticket costs about $165 for a journey of 1543 km.

Plane

Although Pelham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham (BHM), which is located 31 km from Pelham. Montgomery Dannelly Field is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Pelham departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pelham. The train journey from Pelham to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $36 for a 8h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Pelham is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 230 km from Pelham. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Pelham, including Tornado Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Dallas, the bus ride to Pelham takes 1036 km and will cost you around $185. From Houston, the ticket costs about $165 for a journey of 1543 km.

Airports near Pelham

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
BHMBirmingham
HSVHuntsville

Airlines serving Pelham

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,851 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,263 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,981 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,966 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,466 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,766 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,699 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pelham

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Birmingham South - Pelham and Best Western Plus Oak Mountain Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pelham

Most booked hotels in Pelham

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alabaster
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 107 reviews)
$164+
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Sleep Inn Pelham Oak Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 424 reviews)
$99+
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Comfort Suites Pelham Hoover I-65
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 653 reviews)
$97+
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Best Western Plus Oak Mountain Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 185 reviews)
$96+
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Candlewood Suites Alabaster
2 stars
Good (7.7, 287 reviews)
$107+
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Ramada by Wyndham Pelham
2 stars
Good (7.2, 387 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Pelham

Renting a car in Pelham costs $68 per day, on average, or $136 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pelham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Pelham is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Pelham costs $68 per day, on average, or $136 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pelham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Pelham is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Pelham

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Economy

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$42/day

Full-size
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