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 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 Nashville and takes around 1h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Alexandria takes 18h 56m and costs around $174 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $185 for a 20h 38m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Dallas, the bus ride to Leeds takes 1036 km and will cost you around $180. From Houston, the ticket costs about $395 for a journey of 1543 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 Nashville and takes around 1h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Alexandria takes 18h 56m and costs around $174 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $185 for a 20h 38m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Dallas, the bus ride to Leeds takes 1036 km and will cost you around $180. From Houston, the ticket costs about $395 for a journey of 1543 km.

Airports near Leeds

MGMMontgomery Dannelly Field
BHMBirmingham
HSVHuntsville

Airlines serving Leeds

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,517 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,011 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,408 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,282 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,875 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,004 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,610 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,163 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,370 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,668 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 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, 328 reviews)
$308+
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Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, 2022 reviews)
$123+
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Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
2 stars
Excellent (9, 519 reviews)
$130+
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Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1531 reviews)
$138+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1279 reviews)
$134+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 328 reviews)
$97+
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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.