Buc-ee's Murfreesboro Opening Date Set for Nov. 16, Hiring Event Next Week

Buc-ee's Murfreesboro opens Monday, Nov. 16, 2026 at 6 a.m. at I-24 and Joe B. Jackson Parkway. A mass hiring event runs Sept. 29 through Oct. 1 at The View at the Fountains, with pay listed at $20 to $25 an hour.

After years of road work and a missed original target date, Buc-ee's Murfreesboro finally has an opening day. The travel center chain will open its Rutherford County location on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 6 a.m., and it is hiring now, with a three-day mass hiring event scheduled for the end of September.

"The store is scheduled to open on November 16 at 6 a.m.; customers may begin lining up at midnight," Buc-ee's Media Manager Crissy Gonzales told MTSU Sidelines by email. Gonzales added that a ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place that morning, though the exact time had not been finalized.

Where Buc-ee's Murfreesboro Is Located

The new travel center sits off Interstate 24 at the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit in Murfreesboro, about seven miles from the Middle Tennessee State University campus, according to MTSU Sidelines. The site covers roughly 47 acres, according to Murfreesboro.com.

For drivers heading up and down I-24 between Nashville and Chattanooga, it adds a new option alongside the existing truck stops and travel plazas in Murfreesboro.

What to Expect Inside the 74,000-Square-Foot Store

Buc-ee's Murfreesboro will be about 74,000 square feet with approximately 120 fueling positions, according to Rutherford Source and MTSU Sidelines. Murfreesboro.com and MTSU Sidelines report the location will also include electric vehicle charging stations.

Key features reported for the Murfreesboro location:

• About 120 fueling positions
• EV charging stations (the number has not been announced)
• About 490 parking spaces for cars and 15 for RVs and buses
• No car wash at this location, unlike some other Buc-ee's stores

Shoppers can expect the Buc-ee's staples the brand is known for. Rutherford Source lists clean bathrooms, beef jerky, Beaver Nuggets, fudge and brisket, along with a wide selection of merchandise featuring the Buc-ee's logo. MTSU Sidelines also notes house-made hot food options.

Why the Opening Took Longer Than Planned

Buc-ee's Murfreesboro was originally targeted to open in September 2024. According to Rutherford Source, extensive improvements to several roads in the area took several years to complete. MTSU Sidelines reports construction on the store began in October 2024, and Murfreesboro.com reports the company invested roughly $20 million in surrounding site and interchange work.

Buc-ee's Murfreesboro Hiring Event: Sept. 29 to Oct. 1

Buc-ee's expects the Murfreesboro store to employ around 200 people, according to Murfreesboro.com. The company is holding a mass hiring event next week:

• Dates: Tuesday, September 29, through Thursday, October 1, 2026
• Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Location: The View at the Fountains, 1500 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 4D, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, at The Fountains at Gateway

According to the official Buc-ee's job posting, the company is hiring for cashier, deli/foodservice, grocery, gift, and janitorial/cleaning and maintenance positions. The posting lists pay of $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, paid weekly, for full-time roles.

Benefits listed in the posting include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• A 401(k) with a 100% match up to 6%
• Three weeks of paid time off that employees can use, cash out or roll over

Interviews at the event are by invitation only, so candidates need to apply online first through the Buc-ee's careers site. The posting also reminds applicants of the company's appearance and attendance standards: visible tattoos must be covered, one earring per earlobe, and arriving on time or early is expected.

For more local openings, see the Murfreesboro jobs guide.

Buc-ee's in Tennessee

Buc-ee's already operates Tennessee travel centers in Crossville and Sevierville, according to the company's locations page. The Sevierville store is listed with a Kodak address near the Smoky Mountains. For road-trip ideas, see the Murfreesboro to Gatlinburg guide and more day trips from Murfreesboro.

The Fuel Price Backdrop

The opening arrives during a stretch of historically high fuel costs. Diesel prices hit record highs in September 2026, a trend OnlyInMurfreesboro covered in its look at how record diesel prices are squeezing Murfreesboro retailers and contractors.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Buc-ee's open in Murfreesboro?

Buc-ee's Murfreesboro opens Monday, November 16, 2026, at 6 a.m. Buc-ee's says customers may begin lining up at midnight, and a ribbon-cutting is planned that morning.

Where is the Murfreesboro Buc-ee's?

The travel center is off Interstate 24 at the Joe B. Jackson Parkway exit in Murfreesboro, about seven miles from the MTSU campus.

How much does Buc-ee's pay in Murfreesboro?

The Buc-ee's hiring event posting lists pay of $20 to $25 per hour, paid weekly, for full-time positions, along with medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) match and three weeks of paid time off.

How do I get a job at Buc-ee's Murfreesboro?

Apply online through the Buc-ee's careers site. Interviews at the September 29 to October 1 hiring event at The View at the Fountains, 1500 Medical Center Parkway, Suite 4D, are by invitation only.

Does Buc-ee's Murfreesboro have a car wash?

No. Rutherford Source and Murfreesboro.com report the Murfreesboro location will not have a car wash.

Will Buc-ee's Murfreesboro have EV charging?

Yes. Murfreesboro.com and MTSU Sidelines report the store will include electric vehicle charging stations. The number of chargers has not been announced.

Sources: MTSU Sidelines, Rutherford Source, Murfreesboro.com, Buc-ee's Careers: Mass Hiring Event, and Buc-ee's Locations.

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