Buc-ee's New Braunfels, TX: Former World's Largest (66,335 sq ft on I-35)
Buc-ee's New Braunfels opened in 2012 as the first 120 pump mega format Buc-ee's ever built, holding the world's largest convenience store title for 11 years until Sevierville, Tennessee took the crown in June 2023, followed by Luling, Texas reclaiming it for Texas in June 2024. Today it is the world's third largest at 66,335 sq ft, with 120 pumps, 1,000 parking spots, and 83 restroom fixtures (still chain record). Its I-35 Austin to San Antonio position makes it one of the busiest Buc-ee's in the entire chain.
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Buc-ee's New Braunfels: Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Address | 3861 S I-35, New Braunfels, TX 78130 |
| Highway Access | I-35 between Austin and San Antonio |
| Size | 66,335 sq ft (World's 3rd Largest) |
| Fuel Pumps | 120 (first 120-pump Buc-ee's ever, 2012) |
| Restrooms | 50 stalls + 33 urinals = 83 fixtures |
| Parking | 1,000 spaces |
| Opened | 2012 (former world's largest 2012-2023) |
| Store Number | #22 |
Where is Buc-ee's New Braunfels located?
Buc-ee's New Braunfels sits at 3861 S I-35, New Braunfels, TX 78130, directly on Interstate 35 between Austin and San Antonio. It is roughly 30 miles south of Austin's southern edge, 30 miles north of San Antonio, and just 19 miles south of the newly opened Buc-ee's San Marcos on the same corridor.
Is New Braunfels the biggest Buc-ee's in Texas?
No, but it was the biggest in the world for 11 straight years. Today it ranks third in Texas behind Luling (75,593 sq ft) and Sevierville, TN (74,000 sq ft, in the chain). Within Texas, New Braunfels is the third largest by square footage but still ties for the highest pump count at 120 and holds the chain record 83 restroom fixtures.
How long did New Braunfels hold the world's largest title?
New Braunfels held the world's largest convenience store title for 11 years, from 2012 to June 2023. It lost the record to Sevierville, TN at 74,000 sq ft in June 2023. Luling, TX reclaimed the title for Texas at 75,593 sq ft in June 2024. New Braunfels was the store that established the modern Buc-ee's mega format that every store now follows.
How many restrooms does New Braunfels have?
New Braunfels has 50 toilet stalls plus 33 urinals, for a total of 83 restroom fixtures. That remains among the highest in the entire Buc-ee's chain, a legacy of its original world's largest design. The restroom complex is arguably the most photographed feature at the store, with visitors regularly commenting on the sheer scale on Yelp and Tripadvisor.
How many parking spots does it have?
New Braunfels has approximately 1,000 parking spaces, making it one of the largest parking lots in the entire Buc-ee's network and one of the largest in the New Braunfels area period. Even at peak I-35 weekend crowds, the lot rarely fills to capacity though parking closest to the entrance can require patience during holiday weekends.
Has San Marcos Buc-ee's (opened August 2026) affected New Braunfels traffic?
Yes, though early data is still limited. Buc-ee's San Marcos opened August 12, 2026 at 3245 N. IH 35, only 19 miles north of New Braunfels. It features 128 pumps, the highest count in the chain. Locals expect San Marcos to relieve New Braunfels weekend crowds significantly, especially for Austin bound travelers, though New Braunfels retains its I-35 Central Texas anchor position.
How far is New Braunfels Buc-ee's from Austin and San Antonio?
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Antonio | 30 miles south | 40 min |
| Downtown Austin | 50 miles north | 50 min |
| Buc-ee's San Marcos (new 2026) | 19 miles north | 20 min |
| Schlitterbahn Waterpark | 4 miles east | 10 min |
| Gruene Historic District | 5 miles east | 10 min |
| Buc-ee's Luling (world's largest) | 40 miles east | 45 min |
| Houston | 200 miles east | 3 hours |
Is New Braunfels Buc-ee's really the busiest in America?
Per multiple Tripadvisor and Yelp reviewer reports, staff frequently confirm New Braunfels ranks among the top three busiest Buc-ee's by transaction volume. Its I-35 position between Austin and San Antonio catches commuter, tourism, and Schlitterbahn Waterpark traffic in both directions. Even with San Marcos opening 19 miles north in August 2026, New Braunfels retains legacy traffic and remains extremely busy.