Leeds travel guide

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You're Going to Love Leeds

With a population of 11,773, Leeds 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 Leeds to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Leeds

Leeds in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leeds in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Leeds

Plane

When flying to Leeds, you’ll arrive at Birmingham (BHM), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leeds include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 3h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $89 for a 10h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leeds is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 125 miles from Leeds. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Leeds using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 150 miles and will cost you around $53. From Raleigh, the ticket costs about $144 for a journey of 880 miles.

Plane

When flying to Leeds, you’ll arrive at Birmingham (BHM), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leeds include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 3h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $89 for a 10h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leeds is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 125 miles from Leeds. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Leeds using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 150 miles and will cost you around $53. From Raleigh, the ticket costs about $144 for a journey of 880 miles.

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (4,691 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,552 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,621 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,594 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,963 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,454 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,891 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,685 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (767 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (969 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (775 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (133 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
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Where to stay in Leeds

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham Leeds and Best Western Plus Bass Hotel & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Leeds

Most booked hotels in Leeds

Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 398 reviews)
$128+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1334 reviews)
$140+
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 454 reviews)
$160+
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 718 reviews)
$146+
Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 316 reviews)
$119+
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
4 stars
Excellent (8, 534 reviews)
$159+

Renting a car in Leeds

Renting a car in Leeds costs $37 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 83% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Leeds (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Leeds is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Car or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Leeds costs $37 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 83% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Leeds (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Leeds is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Car or similar) are, on average, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.