Buc-ee's Murfreesboro TN: Tennessee's 3rd Buc-ee's Opens November 16, 2026
When does Murfreesboro TN Buc-ee's open?
Doors are scheduled to open at 6 AM CST on Monday, November 16, 2026. Buc-ee's broke ground on October 14, 2025, a build of roughly 13 months, in line with the chain's typical schedule. A short slip is possible, but every recent report points to November 16. It is not open yet. Until opening day, the closest open Buc-ee's are Crossville, Tennessee (about 95 miles northeast via I-840 and I-40) and Smiths Grove, Kentucky (about 105 miles north via I-24 and I-65).
What will opening day at Murfreesboro Buc-ee's look like?
Expect a very busy opening day. Buc-ee's grand openings typically follow this pattern:
- Midnight, the line can start forming outside the entrance
- 6 AM, doors open and fuel pumps go live
- 12 PM CST, ribbon cutting with the Murfreesboro and Rutherford County mayors and local officials
- All day, traffic officers and staff directing cars at the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit
- First week, longest lines at the brisket counter, the Beaver Nuggets wall, and the checkout bank
Where is Murfreesboro TN Buc-ee's exactly?
The store sits at 3355 Elam Rd, at Interstate 24 and Joe B. Jackson Parkway in Rutherford County. It is visible from I-24, with access from both eastbound and westbound lanes at the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Address | 3355 Elam Rd, Murfreesboro, TN |
| Highway | I-24 at Joe B. Jackson Parkway |
| County | Rutherford County |
| Car parking | 490 spaces |
| RV/bus parking | 15 spaces |
| Full-time jobs | 250+ |
| Distance from Crossville TN Buc-ee's | ~95 miles northeast |
| Distance from Sevierville TN Buc-ee's | ~200 miles east |
How do I get to Murfreesboro Buc-ee's from I-24?
Use the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit on I-24 and follow the signs to Elam Rd. Typical drive times in normal traffic:
| Coming From | Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Nashville | I-24 east | ~35 miles | ~40 min |
| Nashville Airport (BNA) | I-40 east to I-24 east | ~30 miles | ~35 min |
| Smyrna / La Vergne | I-24 east | ~15 to 20 miles | ~20 min |
| Downtown Murfreesboro / MTSU | Local roads to I-24 or Joe B. Jackson Pkwy | ~5 miles | ~10 to 15 min |
| Chattanooga | I-24 west | ~100 miles | ~1 hr 30 min |
| Franklin / Brentwood | I-840 east to I-24 east | ~35 miles | ~40 min |
During opening week and on Nashville event weekends, add 15 to 30 minutes for exit and parking-lot backups.
Will Murfreesboro Buc-ee's have a car wash?
No. Current plans show retail, food, and fuel only. Neither Crossville nor Sevierville has a car wash either. Buc-ee's car washes, including the record-setting tunnel at Katy, are concentrated in Texas, so plan a separate stop if you need a wash.
How big will Murfreesboro be compared to Sevierville and Crossville?
At 74,000 square feet, Murfreesboro uses the mega-format design of recent builds. That makes it about the same size as Sevierville and much larger than Crossville:
| Feature | Murfreesboro | Sevierville | Crossville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highway | I-24 Joe B. Jackson Pkwy | I-40 Exit 407, near Great Smoky Mtns | I-40 Cumberland Plateau |
| Opened | Nov 16, 2026 (scheduled) | June 2023 | June 2022 |
| Size | 74,000 sq ft | ~74,000 sq ft | 53,000 sq ft |
| Fuel Pumps | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Car Wash | No | No | No |
| Distance from Nashville | ~35 mi southeast | ~215 mi east | ~115 mi east |
| Best For | Middle TN + Nashville | Great Smoky Mtns trips | I-40 transit |
Will Murfreesboro Buc-ee's have Tesla Superchargers?
EV charging is expected but not yet detailed. Buc-ee's has not published the Murfreesboro charger count. Recent builds have opened with Tesla Supercharger stalls and Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub DC fast chargers for non-Tesla EVs, and Murfreesboro is likely to follow. Once open, it would be a natural I-24 charging stop on Nashville-to-Chattanooga trips.
Is Murfreesboro Buc-ee's near Nashville?
Yes. It will be the closest Buc-ee's to Nashville, about a 40-minute drive on I-24. Today, Nashville drivers have to go about 75 miles north on I-65 to Smiths Grove, Kentucky, so Murfreesboro cuts the trip roughly in half.
What food will Murfreesboro Buc-ee's sell?
Murfreesboro will carry the full signature food lineup. Typical chain-wide prices:
- Chopped Brisket Sandwich, about $9.77, carved and chopped at the deli counter
- Kolaches, about $2.29 to $3.44, served at the breakfast counter in the morning
- Breakfast tacos, a few dollars each, morning counter
- Beaver Nuggets, about $5.73 a bag, caramel-coated corn puffs
- Fresh fudge, sampler packs around $7.99
- Beef jerky, about $10.34 for 4 oz, a dozen-plus flavors
- Glazed pecans, candy wall, coffee and fountain drinks, available 24/7
Prices can vary slightly by store and season. For what's worth your first visit, see our ranked list of must-try Buc-ee's foods.
What are Murfreesboro Buc-ee's expected hours?
From opening day the store will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with no holiday closures, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Fuel pumps, restrooms, and the store run continuously. Breakfast items such as kolaches are served in the morning, while the deli, snacks, and merchandise are available around the clock.
When will Murfreesboro Buc-ee's be busiest?
| Time Window (first month) | Expected Crowd |
|---|---|
| Opening day, midnight to noon | Extreme |
| Opening weekend (Nov 21-22) | Very heavy |
| Thanksgiving week (Nov 23-29), especially Wednesday Nov 25 | Very heavy |
| Weekday mornings, 6 to 9 AM | Moderate |
| Weekday nights after 8 PM | Lightest |
After the first month, the heaviest days will follow the event calendar:
- Nashville concert weekends at Bridgestone Arena and Ryman Auditorium
- Tennessee Titans and Nashville Predators home games at Nissan Stadium and Bridgestone
- Middle Tennessee State University football weekends at Floyd Stadium
- SEC football weekends with Vols, Alabama, and Florida fan traffic through Nashville
- Christmas week with I-24 holiday travelers
Is Murfreesboro Buc-ee's still hiring?
Yes, final pre-opening hiring is underway for more than 250 positions. Buc-ee's typically fills roles in the last two to three months before a store opens, covering cashiers, food service, fuel and maintenance, retail stocking, and department leads. Pay usually starts above local convenience-store rates, with benefits that include a 401(k) match and paid time off. For pay ranges and how to apply, see our Buc-ee's hiring and application steps.
How will Murfreesboro change Tennessee's Buc-ee's network?
Once it opens, Tennessee will have three operating Buc-ee's: Crossville and Sevierville on I-40, plus Murfreesboro as the first on I-24. A fourth, in Gallaway (Fayette County, near Memphis), has been delayed to a May 2027 target. Our Tennessee Buc-ee's locations directory tracks every open and upcoming store in the state.