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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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

When to visit Leeds

Leeds in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leeds in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 Delta, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about $66 for a 8h 14m 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 150 miles and will cost you around $42. From New Orleans, the ticket costs about $124 for a journey of 610 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 Delta, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Leeds departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about $66 for a 8h 14m 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 150 miles and will cost you around $42. From New Orleans, the ticket costs about $124 for a journey of 610 miles.

Airports near Leeds

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
BHMBirmingham
HSVHuntsville

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,895 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (963 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,275 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,019 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,696 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

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Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 325 reviews)
$319+
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Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1988 reviews)
$123+
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Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 505 reviews)
$139+
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Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1512 reviews)
$140+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1264 reviews)
$146+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 324 reviews)
$105+
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Renting a car in Leeds

Renting a car in Leeds costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 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 7% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93.

Renting a car in Leeds costs $49 per day, on average, or $98 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 7% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93.

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