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
$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 Nashville and takes around 1h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to New Orleans takes 8h 05m and costs around $45 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about $79 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, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 145 miles and will cost you around $50. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $136 for a journey of 490 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 Nashville and takes around 1h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to New Orleans takes 8h 05m and costs around $45 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greenville, expect to pay about $79 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, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 145 miles and will cost you around $50. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $136 for a journey of 490 miles.

Airlines serving Leeds

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,496 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,003 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,410 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,241 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,003 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,604 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,160 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,365 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,672 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,561 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

Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 328 reviews)
$308+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2019 reviews)
$123+
Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
2 stars
Excellent (9, 515 reviews)
$131+
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1527 reviews)
$141+
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1275 reviews)
$140+
Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 325 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Leeds

Renting a car in Leeds costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 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 82% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Leeds costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 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 82% cheaper than airport locations in Leeds.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.