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 New Orleans, expect to pay about $30 for a 8h 00m 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

FlixBus operates bus routes to Leeds. From Savannah, the bus ride to Leeds takes 1014 km and will cost you around $114. From Sky Lake, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 1239 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 New Orleans, expect to pay about $30 for a 8h 00m 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

FlixBus operates bus routes to Leeds. From Savannah, the bus ride to Leeds takes 1014 km and will cost you around $114. From Sky Lake, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 1239 km.

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (4,667 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,491 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,560 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,791 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,582 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (782 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (772 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (465 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (963 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (818 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (772 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (545 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, 395 reviews)
$126+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1326 reviews)
$142+
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 456 reviews)
$138+
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)
$117+
Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB
4 stars
Excellent (8, 534 reviews)
$161+

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.