Buc-ee's Sevierville, TN: World's 2nd Largest Store (Kodak, Exit 407)

Buc-ee's Sevierville opened June 26, 2023 as the world's largest convenience store at 74,000 square feet. It held that record for exactly 12 months before Luling, Texas reclaimed it in June 2024. Today, this Kodak location is the world's second largest Buc-ee's, with 120 fuel pumps, a 250 foot car wash, and Tesla Supercharger stations. It sits at Exit 407 on Interstate 40, the primary gateway route to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg.

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Update, August 2026Buc-ee's Sevierville remains the world's second largest at 74,000 sq ft, and Tennessee's largest by far. A third TN store opens in Murfreesboro on I-24 in November 2026. Gallaway (near Memphis) is scheduled for summer 2027, expanding Tennessee's footprint to four Buc-ee's.

Buc-ee's Sevierville: Quick Facts

DetailInfo
Address170 Buc-ee's Blvd, Kodak, TN 37764
Highway AccessI-40 Exit 407
Size74,000 sq ft (World's 2nd Largest)
Fuel Pumps120 fueling positions
Car Wash250 feet
OpenedJune 26, 2023
Hours24/7, 365 days a year
Store Number#45

Where is Buc-ee's Sevierville located exactly?

Buc-ee's Sevierville sits at 170 Buc-ee's Blvd in Kodak, TN 37764, directly off Interstate 40 at Exit 407. The Kodak ZIP code is a technicality, the store is universally known as Buc-ee's Sevierville. It is 25 minutes east of downtown Knoxville, 25 minutes north of Pigeon Forge, and 30 minutes from Gatlinburg's Great Smoky Mountains entrance.

What makes Sevierville Buc-ee's historically special?

Sevierville held the world's largest convenience store title for exactly one year, from June 2023 until Luling, Texas took it back in June 2024 at 75,593 sq ft. It sits inside "The 407: Gateway to Adventure," a 200-acre development owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians through Kituwah LLC. Buc-ee's was the first business to open at that EBCI development.

How far is Sevierville Buc-ee's from Great Smoky Mountains attractions?

DestinationDistanceDrive Time
Dollywood, Pigeon Forge14 miles20 min
Pigeon Forge downtown17 miles25 min
Gatlinburg23 miles30 min
Great Smoky Mountains NP entrance25 miles35 min
Downtown Knoxville18 miles25 min
Asheville, NC90 miles1h 45min
Buc-ee's Crossville (next closest)90 miles1h 30min

When are the best times to avoid Exit 407 traffic?

Exit 407 becomes a serious bottleneck on Saturday afternoons during summer, fall foliage weekends (mid October), and holiday weeks around Thanksgiving and Christmas. The safest visit windows are weekday mornings before 9:00 AM, late nights after 9:00 PM, and mid week visits Tuesday through Thursday when Great Smoky Mountains crowds thin significantly.

  • Weekday early mornings (5:00 to 9:00 AM) for lightest traffic
  • Weekday late nights (after 9:00 PM) for parking availability
  • Tuesday through Thursday midday for shortest brisket line
  • Avoid Saturday 11 AM to 6 PM during summer and fall foliage season
  • Avoid Dollywood Christmas Festival weekends (November through early January)

What amenities does Sevierville Buc-ee's have?

Sevierville has the full modern Buc-ee's amenity package: 120 fuel pumps at 60 fueling stations, Tesla Supercharger stalls, EV charging, DEF, and ethanol free gasoline. The 250 foot car wash was the world's longest at opening in 2023. Inside, expect the full Wall of Jerky, brisket sandwiches carved on the spot, Beaver Nuggets, homemade fudge, kolaches, and the largest merchandise floor in the eastern chain.

Why can you not sleep in your car at Buc-ee's Sevierville?

Buc-ee's Sevierville strictly prohibits overnight sleeping in parked vehicles. Multiple traveler reviews on Tripadvisor and Yelp confirm night shift managers enforce this actively. It aligns with local Sevier County ordinances against sleeping in vehicles on commercial property, so plan accommodations at nearby hotels like the Courtyard by Marriott Kodak instead, which sits within walking distance.

What restaurants and hotels are near Sevierville Buc-ee's?

Exit 407 has grown into a small tourism hub since Buc-ee's opened in 2023. The Courtyard by Marriott Kodak opened in 2024 literally within walking distance. Other options at the same exit include Cracker Barrel, Fireworks Supermarket, Exxon, Boot Barn, and Checkers. Tennessee Smokies Stadium sits less than a mile away, and the 200 acre 407 Gateway to Adventure development continues adding attractions.

  • Courtyard by Marriott Kodak, 1150 Gateway Blvd, opened 2024, walking distance
  • Cracker Barrel, 154 Stadium Dr, Kodak, same exit
  • Tennessee Smokies Stadium, Chicago Cubs Double-A affiliate
  • Boot Barn, western apparel, same exit
  • Fireworks Supermarket, massive fireworks store, tourist favorite

How does Sevierville compare to other Tennessee Buc-ee's?

Sevierville is Tennessee's largest and most visited Buc-ee's. Crossville, opened June 2022 at 53,400 sq ft on I-40 between Nashville and Knoxville, is the state's original store. Murfreesboro opens November 2026 on I-24 at Joe B. Jackson Parkway with the full 74,000 sq ft format. Gallaway near Memphis is expected summer 2027. Sevierville remains the tourist anchor.

TN LocationSizeHighwayStatus
Sevierville (Kodak)74,000 sq ftI-40 Exit 407Open (2023)
Crossville53,400 sq ftI-40 Exit 320Open (2022)
Murfreesboro74,000 sq ftI-24 & Joe B Jackson PkwyOpens Nov 2026
Gallaway (Memphis)74,000 sq ftI-40 Exit 28Opens Summer 2027
Related guide: Planning a Tennessee road trip? See every Buc-ee's in the state with our full guide. Tennessee Buc-ee's Guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exact address of Buc-ee's Sevierville?
170 Buc-ee's Blvd, Kodak, TN 37764. The Kodak address reflects the ZIP boundary. The store is universally known as Buc-ee's Sevierville and sits at Exit 407 on I-40, 25 minutes east of downtown Knoxville.
How long did Sevierville hold the world's largest title?
Exactly 12 months, from June 26, 2023 until June 10, 2024 when Luling, Texas reopened at 75,593 sq ft. Sevierville remains the world's second largest at 74,000 sq ft.
Why is the address in Kodak and not Sevierville?
Kodak, TN is the postal ZIP for that section of Sevier County. The store markets itself as Buc-ee's Sevierville because that is the recognized tourist destination name. Both point to the same store at Exit 407.
How many gas pumps does Sevierville have?
120 fuel pumps at 60 fueling stations, tied with several other locations for chain record. Also has Tesla Supercharger stalls and multiple EV charging stations for non Tesla vehicles.
Is the Sevierville car wash still the world's longest?
No. The 250 foot conveyor was the world's longest at opening in June 2023, but newer Buc-ee's installations match or slightly exceed that length. It remains one of the largest car washes in the entire chain.
Can I sleep overnight in my car at Sevierville Buc-ee's?
No. Buc-ee's Sevierville actively enforces a no sleeping policy, backed by local Sevier County ordinances against sleeping in vehicles on commercial property. Use nearby hotels like the Courtyard by Marriott Kodak instead.
When did Sevierville Buc-ee's open?
Grand opening was Monday, June 26, 2023 with a 6:00 AM soft launch and 11:00 AM ribbon cutting. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, US Senators Bill Hagerty and Marsha Blackburn attended the ceremony.
Who owns the land Buc-ee's Sevierville sits on?
Kituwah LLC, the economic development arm of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Buc-ee's is the anchor tenant of "The 407: Gateway to Adventure," a 200 acre EBCI owned development at Exit 407.
How far is Sevierville Buc-ee's from Dollywood?
About 14 miles south, roughly a 20 minute drive down US 441 (Chapman Highway). Most Dollywood visitors stop at Buc-ee's Sevierville for fuel and food before entering Pigeon Forge.
What is the closest Buc-ee's to Sevierville if this one is too crowded?
Buc-ee's Crossville at 2045 Genesis Road, roughly 90 miles west on I-40 at Exit 320. Crossville is smaller at 53,400 sq ft but usually far less crowded, especially on Smokies tourist weekends.