TravelCenters of America

$TCAMF500 #501
CategoryRetail
SubcategoryMiscellaneous Retail Businesses
Locations186
Franchisee Count200
Franchise Fee$140,000
Item 7 Low$1,460,800
Item 7 Midpoint$27,760,750
Item 7 High$54,060,700
Royalty Fees4.5% of Non-QSR Gross Sales up to $600,000/month; 2% of Non-QSR Gross Sales above threshold; 2% of QSR Gross Sales; $0.01 per gallon of Motor Fuel
Ad / Brand Fund
Sold Not Open45
ParentBP p.l.c.
Founded1982
Completeness23/34 (68%)
Years in Business43
Began Franchising1990
HQWestlake, OH
Executives6
LinksWeb
Main Phone(440) 808-9100
FDD IssuedMarch 17, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 15, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2023 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

TA Franchise Systems LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of full-service travel centers and truck stop facilities that offer motor fuel pumping services, truck maintenance and repair services, restaurants, convenience stores, showers, laundry facilities, and other travel center amenities.

TA Franchise Systems LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of full-service travel centers and truck stop facilities that offer motor fuel pumping services, truck maintenance and repair services, restaurants, convenience stores, showers, laundry facilities, and other travel center amenities.

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