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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Leeds to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Leeds

Leeds in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Leeds in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 141
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 centre The shortest flight to Leeds from Canada departs from Ottawa and takes around 5h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Alexandria takes 18h 56m and costs around C$ 237 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Houston, expect to pay about C$ 138 for a 29h 05m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Leeds takes 430 miles and will cost you around C$ 79. From Dallas, the ticket costs about C$ 245 for a journey of 644 miles.

Plane

When flying to Leeds, you’ll arrive at Birmingham (BHM), which is located 12 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Leeds from Canada departs from Ottawa and takes around 5h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Leeds. The train journey from Leeds to Alexandria takes 18h 56m and costs around C$ 237 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Houston, expect to pay about C$ 138 for a 29h 05m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Leeds, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Leeds takes 430 miles and will cost you around C$ 79. From Dallas, the ticket costs about C$ 245 for a journey of 644 miles.

Airlines serving Leeds

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,244 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,366 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,536 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,760 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,971 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,464 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,107 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,195 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,720 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,574 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,557 reviews)
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Where to stay in Leeds

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Red Roof Inn Leeds and Best Western Plus Bass Hotel & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Leeds

Most booked hotels in Leeds

Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 188+
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 169+
Hampton Inn Birmingham/Leeds
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 181+
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 196+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 109+
Comfort Inn & Suites Leeds I-20
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 120+

Renting a car in Leeds

Expect to pay C$ 1.18 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$ 14.08 and C$ 18.77.

Expect to pay C$ 1.18 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$ 14.08 and C$ 18.77.