Several Buc-ee’s convenience store locations are set to open in 2026, as construction continues on North Carolina’s first store.
Originally founded in 1982 in Texas, Buc-ee’s convenience stores are known for clean restrooms, a wide range of food offerings and massive store sizes. While most of the chain’s locations are located within Texas, it has expanded, with four new stores set to open outside of its origin state this year alone.
As of early 2026, there are no Buc-ee’s locations in the Tar Heel State. However, this is set to change soon, with new specifics on the timing of an N.C. store’s opening now available. As construction continues, here’s an update on the Tar Heel State’s first Buc-ee’s, plus other locations set to open soon and more.
Is there a Buc-ee’s in North Carolina?
The Mebane Buc-ee’s will be the state’s first location. Currently, the chain has stores in Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.
Where is the first Buc-ee’s in North Carolina? How close will the new Buc-ee’s be to Asheville?
The site of N.C.’s first Buc-ee’s store is 1425 Trollingwood-Hawfields Road, Mebane, NC 27302, near the merger of Interstates 85 and 40. Southern Living reported that the new location will measure in at a sprawling 75,000 square feet, with 120 fueling stations and more than 600 parking spaces planned…