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 Nashville and takes around 3h 27m.

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 New Orleans, expect to pay about $34 for a 8h 00m 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 $52. From Monterrey, the ticket costs about $157 for a journey of 1790 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 Nashville and takes around 3h 27m.

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 New Orleans, expect to pay about $34 for a 8h 00m 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 $52. From Monterrey, the ticket costs about $157 for a journey of 1790 miles.

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (4,694 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,584 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,933 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (772 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (976 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (817 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (773 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (132 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (550 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, 397 reviews)
$129+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1341 reviews)
$141+
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 458 reviews)
$153+
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 719 reviews)
$143+
Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 317 reviews)
$118+
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
4 stars
Excellent (8, 536 reviews)
$167+

Renting a car in Leeds

Renting a car in Leeds costs $39 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 79% 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 $39 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 79% 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.