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Leesburg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Leesburg

With a population of 42,616, Leesburg is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Leesburg has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Leesburg

Loudoun Museum - local history museum
Museums•Historical

Where to Eat in Leesburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lightfoot Restaurant (11 North King Street) and Shoe's Cup & Cork (17 N King St) are great picks.

When to visit Leesburg

Leesburg in November
Estimated hotel price
$144
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leesburg in November
Estimated hotel price
$144
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Leesburg

Plane

When flying to Leesburg, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Leesburg departs from Miami and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leesburg. The train journey from Leesburg to Baltimore takes 0h 27m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leesburg is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 32 miles from Leesburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leesburg, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Leesburg takes 140 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 270 miles.

Plane

When flying to Leesburg, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Leesburg departs from Miami and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leesburg. The train journey from Leesburg to Baltimore takes 0h 27m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Leesburg is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 32 miles from Leesburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leesburg, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Leesburg takes 140 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Leesburg

HGRHagerstown Regional
FDKFrederick

Airlines serving Leesburg

KLM
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British Airways
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Delta
Excellent (7,953 reviews)
Iberia
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Air France
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United Airlines
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Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Air Canada
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LOT
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Etihad Airways
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Alaska Airlines
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Finnair
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Singapore Airlines
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ITA Airways
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Cathay Pacific
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JetBlue
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Malaysia Airlines
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Where to stay in Leesburg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Leesburg Hotel & Conference Center and Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Leesburg.

Most popular hotel in Leesburg by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Leesburg

Most booked hotels in Leesburg

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Homewood Suites By Hilton Leesburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 173 reviews)
$148+
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Lansdowne Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 388 reviews)
$304+
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Hyatt Regency Dulles
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1574 reviews)
$136+
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The Westin Washington Dulles Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1246 reviews)
$146+
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Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1667 reviews)
$104+
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Holiday Inn Washington-Dulles International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1050 reviews)
$117+
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Renting a car in Leesburg

Renting a car in Leesburg costs $76 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Leesburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Leesburg, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Leesburg costs $76 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Leesburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Leesburg, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

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