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

Leander travel guide

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You're Going to Love Leander

With a population of 26,521, Leander is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. Leander deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Leander

If you’re looking for affordable options, SUSHI to the MOON (15609 Ronald Reagan Blvd b260) and Mouton's Southern Bistro (309 N Hwy 183) are great picks.

When to visit Leander

Leander in September
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leander in September
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Leander

Plane

Although Leander doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS), which is located 29 miles from Leander. Killeen Fort Hood Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Leander departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leander. The train journey from Leander to Dallas takes 6h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from El Paso, expect to pay about $102 for a 16h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leander is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 159 miles from Leander. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Stride, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leander, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From San Antonio, the bus ride to Leander takes 80 miles and will cost you around $62. From Houston, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 155 miles.

Plane

Although Leander doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS), which is located 29 miles from Leander. Killeen Fort Hood Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Leander departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leander. The train journey from Leander to Dallas takes 6h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from El Paso, expect to pay about $102 for a 16h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leander is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 159 miles from Leander. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Stride, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leander, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From San Antonio, the bus ride to Leander takes 80 miles and will cost you around $62. From Houston, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 155 miles.

Airports near Leander

GRKKilleen Fort Hood Regional
SATSan Antonio
AUSAustin Bergstrom

Airlines serving Leander

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Leander

Most booked hotels in Leander

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Hyatt Place Austin Cedar Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 477 reviews)
$108+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Leander
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 259 reviews)
$117+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Cedar Park
2 stars
Good (7.8, 846 reviews)
$96+
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Comfort Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 461 reviews)
$93+
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The Bungalows Hotel & Event Center
2 stars
Good (7.2, 310 reviews)
$80+
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Motel 6 Cedar Park, TX
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 301 reviews)
$64+
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Renting a car in Leander

Renting a car in Leander costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 36% cheaper than airport locations in Leander.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Leander (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Leander is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Leander costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 36% cheaper than airport locations in Leander.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Leander (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Leander is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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