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 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 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 $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $182 for a 23h 30m 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 Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Greyhound, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Leeds takes 745 miles and will cost you around $138. From Houston, the ticket costs about $210 for a journey of 955 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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 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 $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $182 for a 23h 30m 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 Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Greyhound, Tornado Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Leeds takes 745 miles and will cost you around $138. From Houston, the ticket costs about $210 for a journey of 955 miles.

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (7,356 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,417 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,717 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,630 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,754 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,082 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,160 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,354 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,365 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,198 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,407 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (862 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,092 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,447 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,241 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (2,260 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (270 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, 396 reviews)
$129+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1336 reviews)
$140+
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 471 reviews)
$156+
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 719 reviews)
$155+
Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 304 reviews)
$115+
Days Inn by Wyndham Leeds
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 18 reviews)
$73+

Renting a car in Leeds

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Leeds is Premium (RAM Pickup or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Car or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Leeds is Premium (RAM Pickup or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Class Full-size Car or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.