MARYLAND & DMV REGION · I-95, I-81 & I-70 CORRIDORS
No Maryland Stores
Virginia Outposts Open & Planned
Buc-ee’s Maryland Status, Closest Stores & Road Trips
By Buc-ee’s Menu Travel Team | Fact-Checked & Updated: August 2026
Maryland does not have a Buc-ee’s within state lines, and no official plans have been filed. However, with the open mega-store in Mount Crawford, VA and an approved location coming to Stafford County, VA on I-95, getting your brisket, Beaver Nuggets, and wall-of-jerky fix from the Free State is just down the highway.
01 Is There a Buc-ee’s in Maryland?
No. There are currently no Buc-ee’s locations open, under construction, or announced anywhere in Maryland.
Periodic viral rumors on Facebook and Reddit suggest sites in Frederick, Hagerstown, Laurel, or along I-95 in Harford County, but company filings and Maryland land records confirm that Buc-ee’s has not purchased property or submitted zoning applications in the state.
Instead, Buc-ee’s has prioritized Virginia for its Mid-Atlantic presence, placing massive travel plazas along the two primary south-bound routes used by Maryland motorists: Interstate 81 and Interstate 95.
Pro Tip: Don’t fall for social media posts announcing a “Buc-ee’s coming soon to Maryland.” If you want Buc-ee’s today, your destination is Exit 240 on I-81 in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.
02 Closest Open Buc-ee’s to Maryland Today
For Maryland residents heading out on a road trip, the closest operational Buc-ee’s is located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
| Store Location | Distance from MD Borders | Drive Time | Primary Route | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Crawford, VA (Rockingham Co.) | ~125–170 miles | ~2 hrs – 2 hrs 45 mins | I-270 / I-70 West to I-81 South | Open Now (since June 2025) |
| Stafford County, VA (Austin Ridge) | ~50–85 miles | ~1 hr – 1 hr 30 mins | I-495 to I-95 South (Exit 140) | Approved / In Development |
| New Kent County, VA (East of Richmond) | ~140–180 miles | ~2 hrs 30 mins – 3 hrs | I-95 South to I-64 East (Exit 211) | Planned / In Development |
Buc-ee’s Mount Crawford, Virginia (Open Now)
Located at 6500 Buc-ee’s Boulevard, Mount Crawford, VA 22841 (I-81, Exit 240 near Harrisonburg). This 74,000-square-foot store opened on June 30, 2025, marking the chain’s first location in the Mid-Atlantic. It features 120 fueling positions, extensive EV charging stations, and the full Texas-style food hall and retail layout.
From Western Maryland, Montgomery County, and Frederick, it is a straightforward drive west to Interstate 81 South.
Pro Tip: If you’re taking I-81 South through Virginia for trips toward the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah National Park, or Southwest Virginia, Mount Crawford makes an ideal midpoint meal and refueling stop.
03 Stafford County, VA: The Future Closest Buc-ee’s to Maryland
The biggest upcoming development for Marylanders is the approved Buc-ee’s in Stafford County, Virginia. Once built, this location will sit directly on Interstate 95, slashing the travel distance from Maryland by more than half.
Located off I-95 at Exit 140 (Courthouse Road & Austin Ridge Drive), the Stafford travel plaza will sit just 50 miles south of the Maryland–DC line, making day-trips for fresh brisket and merchandise an easy reality for Montgomery, Prince George’s, and Charles County residents.
04 Why Hasn’t Buc-ee’s Built in Maryland?
Buc-ee’s expansion team is notoriously selective about site characteristics. Several structural factors explain why Maryland hasn’t seen a location yet:
- 30+ Acre Footprint Requirements: A standard Buc-ee’s travel plaza requires 25 to 35 continuous acres of flat, shovel-ready land directly adjacent to an interstate interchange. Along Maryland’s primary highway corridors (I-95 between DC and Baltimore, I-270, and I-70), such parcels are either built out or priced at heavy commercial premiums.
- Mid-Atlantic Traffic Strategy: Buc-ee’s prefers building on the perimeter of large metropolitan areas rather than directly inside dense commuter corridors. Placing stores in Virginia (I-81 and lower I-95) captures southbound vacationers without adding to urban gridlock.
- Fierce Regional Convenience Competition: Maryland is firmly entrenched territory for major convenience chains including Wawa, Sheetz, and Baltimore-headquartered Royal Farms. While Buc-ee’s operates on a much larger scale, local zoning for supersized fueling centers faces intense scrutiny.
- Environmental & Watershed Regulations: Large-scale fueling facilities in the Chesapeake Bay watershed face extensive stormwater management and environmental reviews, increasing lead times and development costs.
05 Drive Times Across Maryland to Nearest Buc-ee’s
Depending on where you live in Maryland, here is what your drive looks like to the open Mount Crawford location and the upcoming Stafford site:
| Maryland Origin | To Mt. Crawford, VA (Open) | To Stafford, VA (Upcoming) | Recommended Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick, MD | 110 mi (1 hr 45 min) | 85 mi (1 hr 30 min) | US-340 / I-81 South to Mt. Crawford |
| Bethesda / Rockville, MD | 125 mi (2 hrs 10 min) | 52 mi (1 hr 00 min) | I-495 to I-95 South to Stafford |
| Baltimore, MD | 165 mi (2 hrs 40 min) | 85 mi (1 hr 30 min) | I-95 South (or I-70/I-81 for Mt. Crawford) |
| Annapolis, MD | 155 mi (2 hrs 35 min) | 75 mi (1 hr 20 min) | US-50 W to I-495 to I-95 South |
| Hagerstown, MD | 90 mi (1 hr 25 min) | 110 mi (1 hr 55 min) | Straight down I-81 South to Mt. Crawford |
| Ocean City / Eastern Shore | 240 mi (4 hrs 00 min) | 165 mi (3 hrs 00 min) | US-50 W across Bay Bridge to I-95 S |
Pro Tip: For drivers in Frederick or Washington County, the open Mount Crawford store on I-81 is already an easy under-2-hour trip with no DC beltway traffic. Central Maryland drivers will benefit most once Stafford opens on I-95.
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The Bottom Line
Maryland remains uncontested territory for Buc-ee’s with no state locations in the pipeline. But Mid-Atlantic fans aren’t left out: the 74,000-square-foot travel plaza in Mount Crawford, VA off I-81 is open today, and the approved Stafford County location on I-95 will bring the beaver mascot within about an hour of the Maryland border.
Bookmark this guide for future updates on Mid-Atlantic construction timelines and regional route guides.
This is an independent travel guide and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Buc-ee’s Ltd. Drive times, mileage calculations, and Virginia construction timelines are based on state transportation records and public filings as of mid-2026. Always verify highway traffic before traveling.
Buc-ee’s Maryland Regional Guide · Updated August 2026