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 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Leeds include Delta, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 3h 45m.

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 201 km from Leeds. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Leeds using FlixBus or Busbud. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 241 km and will cost you around $27. From Orlando, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 1078 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, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Cedar Rapids and takes around 3h 45m.

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 201 km from Leeds. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Leeds using FlixBus or Busbud. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 241 km and will cost you around $27. From Orlando, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 1078 km.

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (4,658 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,484 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,782 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,567 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (462 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (818 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (772 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 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, 394 reviews)
$127+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1323 reviews)
$144+
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 456 reviews)
$139+
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, 315 reviews)
$118+
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
4 stars
Excellent (8, 534 reviews)
$162+

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 81% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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 Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 44% 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 81% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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 Standard rental cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.