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UPDATE: Jan. 23, 2026

Nearly a week after word spread that an upcoming Florida Buc-ee's would become the largest travel center in the brand's growing portfolio, snatching that title from the Luling, Texas, location that previously held that honor, a new statement reveals that Texas is still on top.

Buc-ee's shared a statement confirming that although the new rest stop will be massive, it won't eclipse the giant Central Texas Buc-ee's on I-10.

"Contrary to recent reporting that the proposed project in St. Lucie, FL will be our largest store, Luling, Texas is, and will remain, the largest Buc-ee's Travel Center in our fleet!" Buc-ee's executive Stan Beard said in a statement. "Planning departments throughout the country have different parameters for reporting building sizes in official planning documents. This is an example of that confusion. What remains consistent will always be our clean restrooms, friendly staff and great brisket sandwiches."

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Buc-ee's is a beloved Texas brand, but the iconic chain of rest stops has spread well beyond the Lone Star State, establishing footholds in Colorado, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri and more. Texas has usually held the record for the largest beaver store, but that title is now set to change hands with the announcement of a new, largest Buc-ee's location being built outside its home state.

Buc-ee's is building a 76,245-square-foot location in Fort Pierce, Florida, knocking off the chain's Luling, Texas, location, which comes in at 75,000 square feet, making it the world's largest convenience store when it opens. The Luling location reclaimed the title from the previous holder in Tennessee in 2003.

The upcoming rest stop will feature a whopping 120 gas pumps, 18 charging stations, and more than 700 parking spaces..Of course, all the facilities and amenities that make the beaver rest stop what it is will be included. Spotless bathrooms and brisket sandwiches are on the way. The location is projected to be extremely busy due to its location on Interstate 95, one of Florida's busiest highways.

The Fort Pierce location will be Florida's fourth. The beloved chain already has three locations in St. Augustine, Daytona Beach and Ocala, respectively.

According to the Sebastian Daily, the plans for the largest Buc-ee's have to go through final approval, which is still pending. The chain must obtain confirmation from utility providers. Local officials are anticipating the arrival of the beaver, hoping it will attract tourists and create jobs for the community, though they have not provided any specific number of jobs or projected revenue.

An upcoming Texas location near San Marcos is reportedly set to provide around 175 full-time jobs at the 74,000-square foot location. The Fort Pierce location may very well exceed that number.

When approved, construction is projected to take 18 to 24 months with an opening aiming for late 2027 or early 2028, so Texas will still house the largest convenience store in the world for at least another year.

Along with the upcoming San Marcos location, Buc-ee's 2026 slate of store openings includes Huber Heights, Ohio, opening in April and Goodyear, Arizona, opening in June.

The Huber Heights Buc-ee's opening was delayed over disputes over the water and sewer service at the location. The Arizona location was also delayed to 2026. Communities such as Palmer Springs, Colorado, have previously raised worries over the environmental impacts the chain has on small communities, citing land and water usage as major concerns.

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Buc-ee's may be one of Texas' most recognizable brands, but the Lone Star State could soon lose its claim to the chain's largest store.

The Texas-based gas station and travel center, known for barbecue sandwiches and pristine bathrooms, has proposed a 76,245-square-foot location in Fort Pierce, Fla. The store's size would surpass the current record-holder in Luling, which opened in 2024 at roughly 75,000 square feet. The Luling store rests along Interstate 10 and has become a regional draw for Buc-ee's fans.

If approved and built as planned, the Fort Pierce location would become the largest Buc-ee's in the world.

Where will the new Buc-ee's be built?

The proposed store would sit along Interstate 95 between Orlando and Miami, one of Florida’s busiest travel corridors.

Project plans for the Fort Pierce Buc-ee’s reportedly include: • 120 gas pumps • More than 700 parking spaces • 18 electric vehicle charging stations

When will the largest Buc-ee's open?

The project is still undergoing reviews and will require utility and infrastructure approvals before construction can begin. Once approved, the project could take 18 to 24 months to complete, with an opening date in late 2027 or early 2028.

Buc-ee's currently operates three other Florida locations in St. Augustine, Daytona Beach and Ocala. The company was founded in 1982 and now operates more than 40 gas stations and travel centers across the southern U.S.

Where are Buc-ee’s opening locations?

After opening three new locations in 2025, Buc-ee’s plans to maintain that momentum this year. Buc-ee’s has already broken ground at its new San Marcos store, along with its new Boerne store. While the Boerne doesn’t have an official opening date yet, MySanAntonio reports the San Marcos Buc-ee's grand opening is set for May 26, 2026.

In total, the company has confirmed five new locations opening in the next two years.

While Buc-ee’s hasn’t confirmed the locations of other new stores, several reliable news sources have reported the following planned openings in 2026 and beyond. These tentative dates are subject to change due to permits, lawsuits and construction delays.

Lastly, the following locations have no projected opening dates but are in the development or permitting phase:

How many Buc-ee’s does Texas have?

The Lone Star State boasts the vast majority of Buc-ee’s locations, with 36 currently in operation. This accounts for around two-thirds of all U.S. Buc-ee’s stores.

Julianna Duennes Russ is a breaking and trending news reporter at the Austin American-Statesman. She covered business as a Dow Jones intern for the San Antonio Express-News and has bylines with the Associated Press and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She holds Bachelor’s degrees in journalism, international affairs and comparative literature from the University of Georgia, where she also earned a certificate in sports media. When she’s not writing, you can find Julianna strolling Zilker Park or cuddling with her orange cat, Colby. Reach out to her at julianna.russ@statesman.com with news or notes.