Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Leeds travel guide

Leeds Tourism | Leeds Guide

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. Leeds deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Leeds

Leeds in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leeds in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
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, Delta and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Baltimore takes 20h 31m and costs around $185 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $197 for a 23h 45m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 145 miles and will cost you around $50. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 895 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, Delta and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Baltimore takes 20h 31m and costs around $185 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $197 for a 23h 45m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 145 miles and will cost you around $50. From Chicago, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 895 miles.

Airports near Leeds

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
BHMBirmingham
HSVHuntsville

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (7,981 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,952 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,693 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,770 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,002 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,342 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,550 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,919 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,207 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,808 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,217 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,517 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,582 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Leeds

Most booked hotels in Leeds

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Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1193 reviews)
$136+
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Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 544 reviews)
$119+
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Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2146 reviews)
$142+
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Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1602 reviews)
$155+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1347 reviews)
$83+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 333 reviews)
$88+
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Renting a car in Leeds

Renting a car in Leeds costs $51 per day, on average, or $101 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Leeds costs $51 per day, on average, or $101 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86.