15 Cities That Are Getting a New Buc-ee’s!

Buc-ee's has built a loyal fanbase thanks to its famously clean bathrooms, endless snack options, and brisket sandwiches. What started in Texas has grown into a travel center phenomenon, and it's still expanding.

If you've been hoping for one near you, here are 15 cities that are either getting one soon or already have plans approved.

 

Florida: Ocala

The Ocala Buc-ee's will sit off Interstate 75 with a 74,000-square-foot store, 120 fueling stations, and 750 parking spots. It's expected to open later this year.

Tennessee: Gallaway

This upcoming Buc-ee's along I-40 is expected to open in summer 2026. The store will include 120 fueling positions and 74,000 square feet of retail space.

Kentucky: Oak Grove City

Oak Grove is set to become the third city in Kentucky with a Buc-ee's. Located off I-24, the store is projected to open in 2026.

Florida: Fort Pierce

Fort Pierce will be home to the fourth Florida Buc-ee's. It will feature a 76,245-square-foot store and a 100-foot-tall sign, expected to open in 2026.

Arizona: Goodyear

Goodyear's Buc-ee's will be built along I-10 and will likely open in summer 2026. The store will be about 74,000 square feet.

Louisiana: Ruston

Ruston is preparing infrastructure for a Buc-ee's near I-20. Construction on the store itself is expected to begin soon, with an opening in late 2025 or early 2026.

Arkansas: Benton

Buc-ee's broke ground in April on a new store in Benton, Arkansas. Scheduled to open in September 2026, it will be the chain's first in the state.

Ohio: Huber Heights

The first Buc-ee's in Ohio is under construction near Dayton. Located on State Highway 235, this 74,000-square-foot location is expected to open in spring 2026.

Texas: Boerne

Boerne will get a Buc-ee's along I-10 and U.S. Business 87. The store is expected to be completed in 2026.

North Carolina: Mebane

Mebane's Buc-ee's is already under construction off I-40. The 74,000-square-foot store could open in late 2026 or early 2027.

Arkansas: West Memphis

Plans are in place for a 74,000-square-foot Buc-ee's with 120 gas pumps and approximately 225 jobs. An opening is expected in September 2026.

Wisconsin: Oak Creek

Oak Creek could see the first Buc-ee's in Wisconsin by early 2027. The store would be located at I-94 and Elm Road.

Tennessee: Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro's Buc-ee's is set to include EV chargers and even a walking trail. This 76,245-square-foot facility is expected to open in spring 2026.

Georgia: Monroe County

Monroe County's Buc-ee's will be located at I-75 and Rumble Road. The site covers 30 acres and includes 120 fuel pumps. It's tentatively scheduled to open in early 2026.

Louisiana: Lafayette

Opening in 2026, the Lafayette store will be at Louisiana Avenue and I-10. It's expected to bring 150 jobs to the area with starting pay at $17/hour.

Where else could Buc-ee's go?

Buc-ee's has several more potential locations in early development stages. Proposed cities include Hardeeville (South Carolina), San Marcos (Texas), Harbour Heights (Florida), Palmer Lake (Colorado), and Anderson (South Carolina). Each of these is under consideration, but no official opening dates have been confirmed.

Bottom line

Buc-ee's continues to grow beyond Texas, offering more drivers a chance to stop for fuel, food, and clean restrooms. If one of these cities is near you, you might want to keep an eye out and bring your top cash back credit cards to make the most out of your purchases. Your next road trip stop could be just around the corner.

Editor's Note: Portions of this story were drafted with assistance from generative AI tools. All final creative decisions, edits, and fact checking were done by human writers and editors.