VIRGINIA - Just as the intoxicating smell of Beaver Nuggets and fresh brisket began to waft through the Shenandoah Valley, Buc-ee's has officially confirmed its next move in the Old Dominion. Following the highly anticipated grand opening of its first Virginia location, the Texas-based travel center giant is already planning its second act. The next Buc-ee's is slated to open in New Kent County in 2027, a move that will solidify the brand's presence along the state's busiest travel corridors.
The Second Stop: New Kent County
The second Virginia Buc-ee's will be strategically located at the Exit 211 interchange on Interstate 64, placing it on the heavily trafficked route between Richmond and the Hampton Roads/Williamsburg area.
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The Plan: The project is set to be a massive 74,000-square-foot facility, featuring 120 gas pumps, 24 EV charging stations, and parking for over 550 vehicles.
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The Timeline: The 2027 opening date is later than initially hoped. The project is currently awaiting the completion of major road improvements, including the ongoing I-64 widening project and a significant reconfiguration of the Exit 211 interchange to handle the expected surge in traffic. County and company officials are working to sync the timelines to ensure the infrastructure is ready for the store's debut.
Building on Success: The First Virginia Buc-ee's
The confirmation of the New Kent store comes on the heels of the wildly successful opening of Virginia's first Buc-ee's in Rockingham County on June 30, 2025. Located on I-81 in Mount Crawford, this location quickly became a major destination, drawing massive crowds and giving many Virginians their first taste of the iconic brand. The immediate popularity of the Mount Crawford store has clearly demonstrated the strong demand for Buc-ee's in the state, paving the way for this next phase of expansion.
While Virginians will have to wait a couple more years for the New Kent location to open its doors, the confirmation of a second site is exciting news for the state's legions of Buc-ee's fans. The planned 2027 opening will bring the beloved beaver to another major interstate, solidifying Virginia's place as a key territory in Buc-ee's' ongoing and wildly popular northward expansion.
