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 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leeds include Delta, American Airlines and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $38 for a 8h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leeds is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 201 km from Leeds. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including FlixBus, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Leeds takes 813 km and will cost you around $330. From Raleigh, the ticket costs about $168 for a journey of 1135 km.

Plane

When flying to Leeds, you’ll arrive at Birmingham (BHM), which is located 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leeds include Delta, American Airlines and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $38 for a 8h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leeds is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 201 km from Leeds. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including FlixBus, Tornado Bus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Leeds takes 813 km and will cost you around $330. From Raleigh, the ticket costs about $168 for a journey of 1135 km.

Airports near Leeds

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
BHMBirmingham
HSVHuntsville

Airlines serving Leeds

KLM
Good (1,492 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,898 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,863 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,393 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,168 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,906 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,192 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,499 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,170 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,909 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,773 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,205 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,549 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,575 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)
$138+
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Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 544 reviews)
$130+
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Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2146 reviews)
$139+
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Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1604 reviews)
$140+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1348 reviews)
$84+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 334 reviews)
$102+
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Renting a car in Leeds

Renting a car in Leeds costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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 34% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05.

Renting a car in Leeds costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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 34% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05.