Need gas right now? Use the live map below it shows stations currently open near your location. Google Maps filters for “open now” automatically based on your current time.
Whether you’re driving through the night, hit empty on an early morning commute, or need fuel after midnight on a road trip finding a 24-hour gas station quickly is what this page is for. Use the live map to find open stations near you right now, then use the brand guide below to know which chains are most reliably open around the clock.
Find a 24-Hour Gas Station Near Me Open Right Now
The map below shows gas stations near your location that are currently open. It automatically filters based on your current time so you only see stations open right now.
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Quickest way to find an open station at any hour: Open Google Maps, type “gas station near me,” then tap the “Open Now” filter at the top of the results. This shows only currently-open stations sorted by distance. Works better than any app at 3am.
Which Gas Station Chains Are Open 24 Hours?
Not all gas station brands guarantee 24-hour operation it depends on the individual franchise owner and location. Here’s a reliable breakdown of which chains are most consistently open around the clock:
Always Open 24/7 (Corporate Policy)
🦫 Buc-ee’s
Every single Buc-ee’s location is open 24/7/365 including all holidays. No exceptions across the entire 55-location chain. The most reliably open travel center in the country. See our Buc-ee’s guide for locations.
⛽ Pilot Flying J
All 800+ Pilot Flying J truck stop locations are open 24/7. Core business model depends on round-the-clock access for commercial drivers. The most widespread 24-hour network in the US by location count.
⛽ Love’s Travel Stops
All 700+ Love’s full-service travel stops operate 24/7. Like Pilot, the truck stop business requires constant availability. Reliable option for overnight fuel anywhere along major US interstates.
⛽ TravelCenters of America (TA/Petro)
All 280+ TA and Petro locations open 24/7. Full-service truck stops with diesel, DEF, showers, and restaurants around the clock. See our diesel guide for more on truck stop chains.
Usually Open 24/7 (Franchise-Dependent Verify Before Going)
🏪 7-Eleven
Corporate-owned 7-Eleven stores are open 24/7 by policy — the name literally means 7am to 11pm originally, but all stores went 24-hour decades ago. Franchise locations may vary. In major metro areas, virtually all 7-Elevens are 24 hours. In rural areas, some franchise locations close overnight.
⛽ Wawa
Most Wawa locations along the East Coast (PA, NJ, DE, MD, VA, FL) are open 24/7. Wawa is the gold standard for late-night convenience on the East Coast fresh food, clean stores, consistent fuel prices. Verify your specific location via the Wawa app.
⛽ Kwik Trip / Kwik Star
Most Kwik Trip locations (Midwest — WI, MN, IA, IL) are open 24/7. One of the most reliable late-night options in the Midwest with fresh food and competitive fuel prices. A small number of rural locations have reduced hours.
⛽ Casey’s General Store
Most Casey’s locations in the Midwest are 24 hours. Popular in rural areas of Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska where other options may be scarce. The Casey’s app shows individual store hours.
⛽ Sheetz
Nearly all Sheetz locations in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast are open 24/7. Known for made-to-order food around the clock — a genuine meal stop at any hour. Very reliable for late-night travelers in PA, NC, VA, WV, MD, and OH.
⛽ Circle K
Circle K is one of the largest convenience store chains globally. Many locations are 24 hours but it varies significantly by franchise owner and location. Urban and highway locations are usually 24-hour; smaller-town franchise locations may close overnight. Check the Circle K app before counting on it.
Hours Vary Significantly Always Verify
| Brand | 24-Hour Reliability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shell | Varies | Franchise-owned; hours set by individual owners. Highway and urban Shells often 24-hour, suburban may not be. |
| BP | Varies | Same franchise situation as Shell. BP ampm locations tend to be more reliably 24-hour than standalone BPs. |
| Exxon / Mobil | Varies | Franchise-owned. Highway locations usually 24-hour. Call ahead for suburban or rural Exxon/Mobil locations. |
| Chevron | Varies | Franchise-dependent. ExtraMile convenience locations tend to have longer hours than basic Chevrons. |
| Costco | Not 24-hour | Costco gas stations are not open 24 hours. Most open 6am–10pm weekdays, earlier close on weekends. |
| Sam’s Club | Not 24-hour | Sam’s Club fuel stations are not 24-hour. Hours typically extend 2-3 hours beyond warehouse hours. |
| Murphy USA / Murphy Express | Varies | Located outside Walmart stores. Hours often match Walmart Supercenter hours — many are 24-hour in that context. |
Late-Night Gas Station Safety Tips
Fueling up late at night or in the early morning hours requires a few extra precautions. These habits keep every late-night stop safe:
💡 Choose Well-Lit Stations
A brightly lit station is significantly safer than a dimly lit one at night. Before pulling in, assess the lighting especially around the pumps and the path between your car and the store. If a station looks dark or poorly maintained, drive to the next one.
📹 Look for Security Cameras
Visible security cameras at the pumps and store entrance are a strong deterrent for crime and card skimming. Most major brand stations (7-Eleven, Wawa, Sheetz, Pilot) maintain active surveillance. Avoid unbranded or independent stations late at night in unfamiliar areas.
🔍 Check Pump for Skimmers
Card skimming is most common at standalone pumps far from the attendant’s line of sight — exactly the situation at a quiet late-night station. Before inserting your card, firmly wiggle the card reader. If it moves or feels loose, pay inside. Tap-to-pay with your phone avoids skimmers entirely.
🚗 Keep Doors Locked While Fueling
When fueling alone at night, keep your car doors locked and windows up. Valuables should be out of sight before you stop. Do not leave your engine running with keys in the ignition even for a quick store run.
📱 Stay Aware of Surroundings
Late-night stops attract distracted behavior people on phones, tired from driving. Stay alert while fueling and in the store. Park near the entrance and in view of the cashier if you go inside. Trust your instincts if a situation feels wrong, get back in your car and drive to a busier station.
⛽ Pay at the Pump When Possible
Paying at the pump eliminates the need to go inside at an unfamiliar late-night station. Most 24-hour stations accept credit and debit cards at the pump around the clock. If the pump requires going inside to activate, that’s a normal process at some stations — just stay alert in the store.
Finding 24-Hour Gas on a Road Trip
Planning overnight driving requires knowing where your fuel stops will be in advance — especially now that gas prices are at $4.42/gallon and you want to avoid being forced to fill up at whatever overpriced highway exit is available at 2am.
Best strategy for overnight road trips:
- Use Google Maps to search your route for 24-hour gas stations and note stops every 150–200 miles depending on your vehicle’s range
- Pilot Flying J and Love’s Travel Stops are on virtually every major interstate corridor use their apps to find locations along your specific route
- Buc-ee’s locations are ideal overnight stops 24/7, clean bathrooms, good food, competitive fuel prices but coverage is limited to 12 states currently
- Fill up before 10pm if possible that’s when prices tend to be stable and stations are well-staffed. Very late-night fills (2–4am) at non-truck-stop stations can mean unstaffed pumps only
- Keep your tank above a quarter when driving late at night being forced to take the first available station removes your ability to comparison shop
Looking for the cheapest fuel along your route, not just the nearest open station? See our cheap gas guide for price comparison tools and strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What gas stations are open 24 hours near me right now?
Use the live map at the top of this page it shows gas stations currently open near your location based on your current time. For a guaranteed 24-hour option, look for Pilot Flying J, Love’s Travel Stops, TravelCenters of America, 7-Eleven, Wawa (East Coast), Sheetz (Mid-Atlantic/Southeast), or Kwik Trip (Midwest). These chains operate on 24-hour policies at the vast majority of their locations.
Are all gas stations open 24 hours?
No. Many gas stations — particularly independently owned, franchise locations of major brands, and stations in smaller towns — have set closing hours, typically between 10pm and midnight, reopening at 5am or 6am. Only dedicated travel stops (Pilot, Love’s, TA), convenience chains (7-Eleven, Wawa, Sheetz, Kwik Trip), and specific locations in major cities reliably operate around the clock. Always verify hours before relying on a specific station during late-night driving.
Which gas station chain has the most 24-hour locations?
Pilot Flying J has the largest network of guaranteed 24-hour fuel locations with 800+ locations across the United States and Canada. However, Pilot Flying J is primarily a truck stop chain locations are spaced along major interstates and may not be convenient for urban or suburban drivers. For non-highway drivers, 7-Eleven (9,000+ US locations, most 24-hour) or Circle K (6,000+ US locations) have the widest suburban coverage.
Do gas stations ever close for holidays?
Independently owned stations sometimes close or reduce hours on major holidays particularly Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Day. Corporate-owned chains like 7-Eleven and Wawa, and all truck stop chains (Pilot, Love’s, TA), remain open 365 days a year. Buc-ee’s has a specific policy of never closing for any holiday. If you’re traveling on a major holiday, stick to a chain with a guaranteed 24/7 policy rather than assuming an independent station is open.
What should I do if I run out of gas at night?
First, safely pull off the road as far as possible and turn on your hazard lights. Call roadside assistance if you have it (most car insurance policies and AAA include this). If you need to walk to a station, do not walk on or near the road at night — call for help instead. Use Google Maps to find the nearest 24-hour station and share your location with someone you trust. Most major credit cards also include free roadside assistance check your card benefits before assuming you don’t have coverage.