Every Buc-ee’s Location in South Carolina (2026): 1 Open, 2 More Confirmed

Every Buc-ee's Location in South Carolina

Driving through the Palmetto State along I-95 or I-20? South Carolina is home to 1 massive open Buc-ee's location in Florence, with 2 additional stores formally confirmed for Hardeeville and Anderson!

The open Florence store (located at 3390 North Williston Road) opened on May 16, 2022, measuring 53,000 square feet with 120 fuel pumps open 24/7/365. Beyond brisket and Beaver Nuggets, Florence features one of the absolute best EV charging hubs on the East Coast—housing 16 Tesla Superchargers alongside 10 ultra-fast multi-brand chargers (up to 400kW).

Looking ahead, two more South Carolina locations are in the pipeline: Hardeeville on I-95 near the Georgia border (projected for ~2031) and Anderson on I-85 (currently paused awaiting state highway funding). Note that there are currently no open stores in Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Columbia, Hilton Head, or Greenville.

💡 Pro Tip: Driving down from the Northeast to Florida on I-95? Florence is the ultimate halfway break point to refuel both gas and electric vehicles while loading up on warm road trip food!

How Many Buc-ee's Are in South Carolina?

/While South Carolina currently has just one open location, that single store carries massive importance for East Coast travelers:

Status	Location	Highway	Notes
Open Now	Florence	I-95 / I-20	Opened May 16, 2022
Confirmed — ~2031	Hardeeville	I-95 at Exit 8	Tied to major SCDOT infrastructure expansion
Confirmed — Stalled	Anderson	I-85 at Exit 21	Needs 60–60–70M in regional highway funding

Because Interstate 95 is the main highway connecting New England and the Mid-Atlantic to Florida, the Florence location sees a staggering amount of daily traffic. In fact, Florence serves as the only Buc-ee's on I-95 for hundreds of miles between Virginia and St. Augustine, Florida!

💡 Pro Tip: Heading to Myrtle Beach or Hilton Head? Florence sits right at the I-95/I-20 junction near US-501, making it the perfect final pit stop to grab cooler ice, beach snacks, and drinks before taking state routes to the coast!

The Only Open South Carolina Buc-ee's — Florence, SC

Quick Store Facts:

• 📍 Address: 3390 North Williston Road, Florence, SC 29506
• 🛣️ Highway Access: I-95 at Exit 170 (where I-95 meets I-20)
• 🏢 Store Size: 53,000 square feet
• ⛽ Gas Pumps: 120 fueling positions (Ethanol-free gas available)
• ⚡ EV Charging: Dual high-speed network (Tesla & multi-brand)
• 🗓️ Opened: May 16, 2022
• ⏱️ Hours: Open 24 Hours a day, 365 days a year

The Grand Opening

When Florence opened on May 16, 2022, it was a major state event! South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster joined Buc-ee's founder Arch "Beaver" Aplin III for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The excitement was so huge that over 6,000 people applied for just 300 positions—thanks to competitive pay starting at $18/hr and store manager salaries near $30/hr.

💡 Pro Tip: Driving a boat, jet ski, or classic car? Florence offers dedicated ethanol-free fuel pumps, making it a favorite stop for boaters heading toward coastal waters or Lake Marion!

Why Florence Was the Right First Location

Buc-ee's chose Florence for its incredible four-way highway connectivity. Sitting right at the intersection of I-95 and I-20, it catches travelers heading in every direction:

• ⬇️ South: Vacationers driving down to Florida beaches
• ⬆️ North: Mid-Atlantic and New England road trippers heading home
• ⬅️ West: Traffic coming from Columbia, Augusta, and Atlanta via I-20
• ➡️ East: Beachgoers heading toward Myrtle Beach via US-501

Before Buc-ee's built here, drivers frequently complained about a lack of quality rest stops along this stretch of I-95. The Florence travel center completely transformed the route, turning what was once a dull stretch of highway into one of the most popular pit stops on the entire East Coast.

💡 Pro Tip: Traveling on peak holiday weekends (like Memorial Day or Easter)? Florence gets very busy around midday. Pull in between 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM or after 7:00 PM to enjoy quick parking and fast checkout lines!

Amenities at Florence Buc-ee's

When you pull into the Florence travel center, here is the full suite of amenities and services waiting for you:

• ⛽ 120 Gas Pumps: Rarely a wait longer than 1–2 cars, even during peak highway travel hours.
• 🏢 53,000 Sq Ft Retail Space: Packed with food counters, apparel, home decor, and road trip supplies.
• 🍖 Full Texas Kitchen & Bakery: Fresh smoked brisket, warm kolaches, house-made fudge, Beaver Nuggets, and fresh-cut jerky.
• 🌴 South Carolina Exclusive Merch: State-themed t-shirts, hats, and Palmetto State beaver souvenirs.
• 🧼 Award-Winning Restrooms: Famously clean, spacious, and cleaned continuously 24/7.
• ⚓ Ethanol-Free Gas: Dedicated pumps perfect for boats, lawn equipment, and classic cars.
• ⚡ Dual EV Charging Networks: High-speed charging for Teslas and all non-Tesla electric vehicles.
• 🚫 No 18-Wheelers: Keeps the parking lot safe, quiet, and easily navigable for passenger vehicles.
• ❌ No Car Wash: Note that the Florence location does not feature a car wash.

💡 Pro Tip: Looking for a unique souvenir? Florence carries exclusive South Carolina Palmetto State Buc-ee's t-shirts and regional stickers that you can't buy at Texas or Florida locations!

Crowd Patterns and Best Times to Visit

Sitting right along I-95 in the Southeast, the Florence Buc-ee's sees predictable traffic surges throughout the week. Knowing when to stop will save you tons of time:

🚨 Busiest Times to Avoid:

• Friday Afternoons & Evenings: Heavy southbound travel (snowbirds and vacationers heading to Florida/Myrtle Beach).
• Sunday Evenings: High northbound return traffic as weekend travelers head home.
• Holiday Weekends: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving see extreme holiday crowds.

🟢 Best Times for Quick In-and-Outs:

• Weekday Mornings: Tuesday through Thursday mornings offer the quietest experience.
• Early Mornings (Before 7:00 AM): Fast checkout lines and zero parking delays any day of the week.
• Late Evenings (After 9:00 PM): Ideal for night-owl drivers looking for a peaceful stop.

💡 Pro Tip: Don't let a packed parking lot scare you away! Thanks to the 120 gas pumps, there is almost never a wait for fuel. The main crowd delays happen inside at the brisket carving station and registers around midday (11:30 AM – 2:00 PM). more than a few minutes because cars cycle through so quickly. The longer delays happen inside the store at checkout and at the brisket carving station during lunch hours.

EV Charging at Buc-ee's Florence — Complete Guide

Florence features one of the most powerful, versatile EV charging hubs on the entire East Coast highway corridor!

⚡ 1. Tesla Superchargers

Stalls: 16 Supercharger stalls

Max Speed: Up to 250kW per stall

Availability: 24/7 access for Tesla and CCS-compatible vehicles (adapters included on site).

⚡ 2. MB High-Power Multi-Brand Chargers

• Stalls: 10 ultra-fast charging stalls
• Max Speed: Up to 400kW ultra-fast charging
• Compatibility: Universal support for Kia, Hyundai, Rivian, Chevrolet, BMW, Ford, and more.

🚗 Critical Note for EV Drivers

The Tesla Superchargers and MB Multi-Brand chargers sit on opposite sides of the Florence parking lot! Check which charger network your vehicle uses before pulling into a parking lane so you don't have to navigate across the busy lot twice.

💡 Pro Tip: Driving an 800V EV like a Kia EV6 or Hyundai Ioniq 5/6? The 400kW MB chargers on the far side of the lot will charge your vehicle significantly faster than the 250kW Superchargers! While your car charges, head inside for a warm meal and pristine bathrooms in a safe, brightly lit environment.

What to Buy at Buc-ee's Florence

Pulling into the Florence location? Alongside Buc-ee's iconic staples, this store features unique South Carolina merch that you won't find anywhere in Texas or Alabama!

🛒 The Must-Buy Menu Staples:

• Beaver Nuggets ($3.99): Sweet, crunchy caramel corn puffs. (Trust us: buy at least two bags—one will disappear before you leave the parking lot!)
• Fresh Brisket Sandwich ($6.99): Tender, slow-smoked Texas BBQ brisket carved fresh to order.
• Warm Kolaches: Savory Czech pastries filled with smoked sausage, jalapeño, and melted cheese.
• Block Fudge: Cut fresh to order in dozens of rotating flavor varieties.
• The Jerky Wall: Wall-to-wall beef jerky available by the bag or pound.

🌴 Exclusive South Carolina Merch

Unlike Texas stores, Florence carries a huge selection of Palmetto State items—including t-shirts, tumblers, and stickers featuring South Carolina's iconic Palmetto tree and crescent moon mascot designs!

💡 Pro Tip: Ordering a brisket sandwich during peak lunch hours (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM)? Walk straight to the Texas Round Up carving counter first, order your sandwich, and let it stay warm in your basket while you browse the rest of the store!

Buc-ee's Hardeeville, SC — What We Know (Opening ~2031)

South Carolina's second confirmed location is coming to Hardeeville, a fast-growing Lowcountry town near the Georgia state border!

Planned Store Details:

• 📍 Location: I-95 at Exit 8 (Hardee Station development, US-278 & Highway 17)
• 🏢 Store Size: 74,000 square feet (One of the largest in the Southeast)
• 🚜 Land Size: 46.2 acres
• 💼 Jobs Created: Approximately 200 full-time positions
• 🗓️ Target Opening: ~2031

Why Hardeeville?
Positioned right along I-95 near the South Carolina/Georgia line, Hardeeville sits near Savannah, Georgia and the Hilton Head Island tourism corridor. Buc-ee's Director of Real Estate Stan Beard noted that the massive traffic at Exit 8 easily justifies a 74,000-square-foot mega-store. Once open, it will sit just 20–30 miles from Savannah, becoming the city's closest Buc-ee's!

Why Is It Taking Until 2031?
The opening timeline is tied directly to state highway infrastructure. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is executing an I-95 widening and Exit 8 interchange expansion scheduled for completion around 2028. Once highway capacity is ready, Buc-ee's will begin store construction.

💡 Pro Tip: Heading to Hilton Head or Savannah for vacation in the future? Hardeeville will sit right at Exit 8—making it the ultimate coastal entry point for beachgoers and historic city travelers!00-square-foot Buc-ee's drawing thousands of vehicles per day cannot open at an interchange that cannot handle the traffic. The store, the site, and the business case are all established — the highway capacity is not ready yet. Once the SCDOT project completes in or around 2028, Buc-ee's can move forward toward a 2031 opening.

Buc-ee's Anderson, SC — Why It Has Not Opened (I-85 Infrastructure)

The Anderson County Buc-ee's is the most anticipated and most delayed location in South Carolina — a store that has been in the planning stage for years and cannot oThe Anderson County Buc-ee's is one of the most anticipated—and most delayed—projects in the region.

Planned Store Details:

• 📍 Location: I-85 at Exit 21 (Liberty Highway interchange in Anderson County)
• 🚜 Land: Buc-ee's has owned 30+ acres at this site since before 2022
• 🏢 Planned Size: 74,000 square feet

The Highway Infrastructure Problem:
Engineers determined that the current I-85 / Liberty Highway interchange cannot safely handle the high vehicle volume a Buc-ee's generates (Exit 21 already sees over 22,000 cars daily). To safely open, the intersection requires a modern diverging diamond interchange, estimated to cost between $60 million and $70 million.

The Funding Gap:
As of recent updates, roughly 6 million in total funding has been committed 1M from Buc-ee's and 5M in federal grants secured by U.S Senator Lindsey Graham. That leaves a 54M–$64M funding gap that local and state leaders are actively working to resolve.

💡 Pro Tip: While Anderson's opening remains several years away pending state road grants, Upstate South Carolina residents driving along I-85 can still visit nearby open stores down in Athens, Georgia or Leeds, Alabama when heading southwest!

Is There a Buc-ee's Near Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Hilton Head, or Columbia?

If you're planning a trip to South Carolina's major tourist hotspots, here is how close you'll be to the Florence Buc-ee's:

• 🏖️ Myrtle Beach: The Florence store sits ~70 miles west of Myrtle Beach via US-501. It’s a natural stopping point (~70 minute drive) to grab ice and beach supplies before hitting the Grand Strand!
• 🏛️ Charleston: Florence is ~100 miles north of Charleston via I-26 to I-95 (~90–100 minute drive), making it a great pre-entry fuel stop for northbound travelers.
• 🏝️ Hilton Head Island: Florence is ~150 miles north. (Note: The future Hardeeville location at Exit 8 will sit just 20–30 miles away once opened in 2031!)
• 🏛️ Columbia: Columbia sits ~85 miles west of Florence on I-20, making for a direct 85-mile highway drive east.
• ⛰️ Greenville / Upstate SC: Until the Anderson I-85 location opens, Upstate residents can access Florence to the east or Tennessee/Georgia locations to the west.

💡 Pro Tip: Driving down US-501 toward Myrtle Beach during peak beach season? Stop at Florence on I-95 first to fill up on cheap gas, load your cooler with ice, and grab hot breakfast kolaches before joining the slower coastal traffic!

Why the Florence Buc-ee's Matters for East Coast Road Trips

If you’ve ever taken a long-distance road trip down the East Coast, you know how crucial a good pit stop can be!

Interstate 95 is the busiest travel highway on the eastern seaboard—carrying tens of millions of drivers every year, from East Coast beachgoers and college students to military families and winter snowbirds heading down to Florida.

For decades, the South Carolina stretch of I-95 was notorious among drivers for having very few high-quality rest stops. The arrival of the Florence Buc-ee's changed everything overnight.

Positioned right at the high-traffic crossroad where I-95 meets I-20, this 53,000-square-foot travel center brought 120 gas pumps, spotless restrooms, fresh Texas BBQ, and ultra-fast EV charging to the area. Today, the "Florence Buc-ee's exit" has become an iconic, scheduled landmark for East Coast travelers!

💡 Pro Tip: Driving the long stretch between Washington D.C. or Virginia down to Florida? Florence sits almost dead-center on the Southeast I-95 route—making it the ultimate spot to switch drivers, recharge your EV, and grab a warm meal!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got quick questions about South Carolina Buc-ee's locations? Here is everything you need to know:

How many Buc-ee's are currently in South Carolina?
South Carolina has 1 open location in Florence. Two additional locations are confirmed: Hardeeville (I-95 Exit 8, projected ~2031) and Anderson (I-85 Exit 21, currently delayed for highway funding).

Where is the open Buc-ee's in South Carolina?
You can find it at 3390 North Williston Road, Florence, SC 29506—located right at the junction of Interstate 95 (Exit 170) and Interstate 20.

Is there a Buc-ee's near Myrtle Beach?
The Florence location sits ~70 miles west of Myrtle Beach via US-501. It is the closest Buc-ee's to the Grand Strand and serves as the primary pit stop before hitting coastal roads.

Is there a Buc-ee's near Charleston?
There is no location in Charleston. The Florence store (~100 miles north via I-26 to I-95) is the closest available option for Charleston-area travelers.

Is there a Buc-ee's near Hilton Head Island?
Not yet. Florence sits ~150 miles north, but the future Hardeeville location (I-95 Exit 8) will sit just 20–30 miles from Hilton Head Island once completed!

Is there a Buc-ee's in Columbia, Greenville, or Spartanburg, SC?
No open stores exist in those cities as of 2026. The planned Anderson location (off I-85) will eventually serve Upstate SC once highway interchange funding is secured.

Does Buc-ee's Florence have EV charging?
Yes! Florence features a massive dual network: 16 Tesla Superchargers (250kW) on one side of the lot and 10 MB Multi-Brand chargers (up to 400kW) on the opposite side.

What time does Buc-ee's Florence open?
The Florence Buc-ee's is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year with zero holiday closures!

When is the next Buc-ee's opening in South Carolina?
Hardeeville is projected for ~2031 following state highway widening projects, while Anderson remains unscheduled pending local road grants.

💡 Pro Tip: Bookmark this FAQ before your next East Coast trip! If you're driving through during major holiday migration weekends (like Thanksgiving or Easter), checking store hours and EV stall availability in advance will help keep your trip stress-free.

The Bottom Line on Buc-ee's Locations in South Carolina

South Carolina may only have one open Buc-ee's right now, but the Florence flagship is positioned right where travelers need it most! Sitting at the bustling junction of I-95 and I-20, it delivers the complete, top-tier Buc-ee's experience—from fresh BBQ brisket and Beaver Nuggets to world-class clean restrooms and East Coast EV charging.

While future stores in Hardeeville and Anderson continue navigating state infrastructure pipelines, Florence stands as the absolute king of East Coast highway pit stops.

💡 Pro Tip: Whenever you're traveling through South Carolina along I-95 or I-20, make sure to budget an extra 20 minutes to pull into Florence. It's the most refreshing, reliable stop you'll make on your entire drive!

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Related: Check out our guides to every Buc-ee's location in Georgia and every Buc-ee's location in Tennessee.