At a Glance
- Buc-ee’s is building new travel centers in 2025, 2026, and 2027 across 20 states.
- 70+ planned locations will create over 200 jobs each.
- New sites include Goodyear, Arizona; San Marcos, Texas; Benton, Arkansas; and many others.
- Why it matters: The chain’s rapid growth reshapes travel-stop culture and brings jobs to communities across the U.S.
Buc-ee’s, the Texas-based travel-center chain known for its massive stores, is accelerating expansion with dozens of new locations slated to open through 2027. The rollout includes a mix of first-time markets and high-profile sites in already-popular states.
Expansion Timeline
Construction began on several sites in 2025, with most expected to open in 2026 or 2027 after 18-24 months of building.
- Huber Heights, Ohio – April 2026
- Goodyear, Arizona – June 2026
- San Marcos, Texas – July 2026
- Murfreesboro, Tennessee – 2026
- Kansas City, Kansas – 2026
- Ruston, Louisiana – 2026
Future Locations in the Works
Additional projects are still under negotiation or awaiting approvals, ranging from reduced-size plans in Boerne to 2028 openings in Louisiana and Florida.
| Location | Status | Expected Year |
|---|---|---|
| Boerne, Texas | Concessions accepted, votes pending | 2027 |
| Lafayette, Louisiana | Construction pending | 2028 |
| Ocala, Florida | Construction pending | 2028 |
| West Memphis, Arkansas | Expected to be third-largest | 2027 |
| Stafford, Virginia | Delayed to 2028 | 2028 |
| New Kent County, Virginia | Delayed to 2031 | 2031 |
Key Takeaways
- Buc-ee’s plans to open more than 70 locations across nearly 20 states.
- Each new site will bring at least 200 full-time jobs to the community.
- Expansion includes first-time markets like Utah and Indiana, and high-profile sites in Arizona, Texas, and Arkansas.
Buc-ee’s expansion is reshaping travel culture across the country, promising new jobs and a new kind of roadside experience.
