Buc-ee’s, the ultra-popular travel center chain, has kicked off construction on its first North Carolina location in Mebane. The 74,000-square-foot store is expected to open by the end of 2027.
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Here are key takeaways:
- A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 10, at 1425 Trollingwood-Hawfields Road in Mebane. Mayor Ed Hooks, Mebane City Council members, Sen. Amy Galey and Reps. Dennis Riddell and Stephen Ross attended the event.
- The travel center will sit on 34 acres and include 650 parking spots, 120 gas pumps and 24 electric vehicle charging sites. Unlike many other Buc-ee’s locations, the Mebane store won’t have a car wash.
- Stan Beard, Buc-ee’s director of real estate and development, said in the release: “For our first North Carolina store, we’ve landed in the best location possible.”
- The store promises at least 200 full-time jobs with pay above minimum wage, 401k matching and paid vacation, according to a company news release.
- The opening date was pushed back from May 2027 to the end of 2027. Mebane City Council members approved site plans in 2024 amid criticism from the local community.
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This story was originally published July 29, 2026 at 1:48 PM with the headline “Buc-ee’s first NC travel center is in the works. Here’s what to expect.”