Largest Buc-ee's: Luling TX Holds World Record at 75,593 sq ft
The largest Buc-ee's in the world is Luling, Texas at 75,593 square feet, holding the Guinness World Record for largest convenience store on the planet. Located at Interstate 10 Exit 632 in Luling, TX, this flagship mega-format store opened April 5, 2024, replacing an older Luling store and taking the world title from the previous Sevierville, TN champion (74,000 sq ft). Luling features 120 fuel pumps, 100+ restroom fixtures, and 700+ parking spaces. Below is the complete ranking of the top 10 largest Buc-ee's stores by square footage, plus the fascinating story of how the title has shifted between Texas and Tennessee since 2019.
Which Buc-ee's is the biggest in the world?
The Buc-ee's in Luling, Texas is the largest Buc-ee's in the world at 75,593 square feet, officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest convenience store on the planet. It opened April 5, 2024 at I-10 Exit 632 in Luling, Texas, replacing an older Buc-ee's on the same site. The store took the world title from Sevierville, Tennessee (74,000 sq ft), which had held the record briefly after opening in 2023.
What are the top 10 largest Buc-ee's stores?
| Rank | Location | State | Square Feet | Opened |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| š„ 1 | Luling | TX | 75,593 | April 5, 2024 |
| š„ 2 | Sevierville | TN | 74,440 | 2023 |
| š„ 3 | Mebane (coming Nov 2027) | NC | 74,440 | 2027 |
| 4 | Mount Crawford | VA | 74,000 | June 30, 2025 |
| 5 | Springfield | MO | 74,000 | Sep 24, 2024 |
| 6 | Amarillo | TX | 74,000 | Feb 5, 2024 |
| 7 | Goodyear | AZ | 74,000 | June 22, 2026 |
| 8 | Benton | AR | 74,000 | Aug 17, 2026 |
| 9 | San Marcos | TX | 74,000 (128 pumps record) | Aug 12, 2026 |
| 10 | Johnstown | CO | 74,000 | 2024 |
How big is the Luling Texas Buc-ee's?
The Luling Buc-ee's spans 75,593 square feet, larger than a football field including both end zones. For context, that's roughly the size of two Home Depot stores or 1.5 Costco warehouses. Inside are 100+ restroom fixtures, 32 checkout registers, a 700+ vehicle parking lot, 120 fuel pumps, and a food-service area with brisket carving, kolache case, and Beaver Nuggets display measuring 27 feet long. Explore the full Luling Buc-ee's page for details.
Which Buc-ee's has the most gas pumps?
The San Marcos, Texas Buc-ee's holds the chain record for most fuel pumps at 128, edging out the standard 120 pumps at Luling and other newer mega-format stores. San Marcos opened August 12, 2026 at I-35 in San Marcos, TX, and its 128 pumps make it capable of serving more vehicles simultaneously than any other Buc-ee's. This matters most during peak I-35 tourist traffic between Austin and San Antonio.
When did Luling take the largest Buc-ee's title?
Luling took the title on April 5, 2024 when the redesigned mega-format store opened, replacing an older smaller Luling location on the same site. The previous title holder was Sevierville, Tennessee (74,440 sq ft, opened 2023), which held the record for less than a year. Before Sevierville, the New Braunfels, Texas Buc-ee's held the crown at 66,335 sq ft from 2012 to 2023. Full New Braunfels details in our New Braunfels Buc-ee's guide.
How does the largest Buc-ee's compare to typical convenience stores?
The 75,593 square foot Luling Buc-ee's is roughly 20 times larger than the average American convenience store (typically 2,500-3,500 sq ft). To visualize: a 7-Eleven or Wawa averages about 3,000 sq ft. Luling Buc-ee's fits inside itself the equivalent of 25 typical 7-Elevens. Even against other large travel centers like Flying J or Pilot (typically 15,000-20,000 sq ft), Luling is 4x larger.
| Store Type | Typical Size | vs Luling Buc-ee's |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven / Wawa | ~3,000 sq ft | 25x smaller |
| Circle K / Speedway | ~4,000 sq ft | 19x smaller |
| Flying J / Pilot | ~18,000 sq ft | 4x smaller |
| Love's Travel Stop | ~20,000 sq ft | 3.8x smaller |
| Older Buc-ee's (Loxley, Auburn, Florence) | 53,000 sq ft | Same brand, still 30% smaller |
| Standard mega Buc-ee's (2023-2026) | 74,000 sq ft | Nearly matched |
| Luling TX Buc-ee's | 75,593 sq ft | World record holder |
Will any new Buc-ee's beat Luling for largest?
Not through 2027 based on current plans. All confirmed 2026-2027 openings are 74,000 to 74,440 square feet, coming close to Luling but not exceeding it. Mebane NC (opening Nov 2027) at 74,440 sq ft will tie Sevierville for second largest but still won't beat Luling. For Luling to lose the title, Buc-ee's would need to announce a new build over 76,000 sq ft. No such plans exist as of September 2026. Explore all Buc-ee's future locations 2026-2031.
Why did Buc-ee's build the world's largest convenience store in Luling?
Three strategic reasons drove Buc-ee's to make Luling the world-record store: Luling sits at the exact junction of I-10 and TX-80, capturing east-west and regional Central Texas traffic. The original Luling location was the first mega-format Buc-ee's ever built in 2003, so replacing it with the world-record store was symbolic. And Luling's 82-acre land parcel provided room for maximum expansion without zoning complications. The Guinness World Record ceremony drew national media attention that translated directly to brand marketing value.
Which state has the most Buc-ee's stores?
Texas has 37 Buc-ee's stores, more than every other state combined. The remaining 21 stores are spread across 13 other states: Alabama (4), Georgia (3), Tennessee (2), Kentucky (2), Florida (2), and one each in Colorado, Virginia, South Carolina, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Arizona, and Arkansas. Texas is the only state with more than 4 stores. See all 37 Texas Buc-ee's locations in our state guide.