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
C$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leeds in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
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 centre The shortest flight to Leeds from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 8h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around C$ 36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about C$ 41 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 Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including FlixBus, Wanda Coach and Busbud. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 241 km and will cost you around C$ 37. From Orlando, the ticket costs about C$ 88 for a journey of 1078 km.

Plane

When flying to Leeds, you’ll arrive at Birmingham (BHM), which is located 19 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Leeds from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 8h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Atlanta takes 4h 37m and costs around C$ 36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about C$ 41 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 Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including FlixBus, Wanda Coach and Busbud. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Leeds takes 241 km and will cost you around C$ 37. From Orlando, the ticket costs about C$ 88 for a journey of 1078 km.

Airlines serving Leeds

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,472 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,935 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,769 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,548 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (462 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (961 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (770 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (543 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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 174+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 200+
DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 193+
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 200+
Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 162+
Days Inn by Wyndham Leeds
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 124+

Renting a car in Leeds

Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Leeds (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.11 and C$ 22.81. The most frequently booked car type in Leeds is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Leeds (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.11 and C$ 22.81. The most frequently booked car type in Leeds is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.