TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center)
TA Express Centers are limited-service travel centers located near highways on smaller parcels of land, offering fuel (diesel and gasoline), quick-service restaurants, showers, truck and car parking, and other amenities, but without full truck repair services typical of larger TA Centers. Franchisees operate under the TA Express System, adhering to standardized procedures, designs, and core programs provided by TA Franchise Systems LLC. The primary target market is commercial truck operators on North American highways, with a secondary market of non-commercial motorists.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
Tiered royalty (4.5% Non-QSR Gross Sales to $600k/mo then 2%, 2% QSR Gross Sales, $0.007/gal Motor Fuel) + 0.2% Administrative Fee (Non-Fuel Gross Sales to $600k/mo) + $3,000/mo Advertising Fee.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center) Compares to Other Specialty Retail Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 100% of Specialty Retail franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center) Current | $1.1M - $8.0M | $125K | 4.5% | N/A |
| MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS | $48K - $260K | N/A | N/A | 797 |
| CORNWELL | $80K - $324K | N/A | N/A | 793 |
| BATTERIES PLUS | $263K - $497K | $45K | 5.0% | 604 |
| PET SUPPLIES PLUS | $537K - $2.0M | $50K | 3.0% | 502 |
| WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED | $227K - $379K | $40K | 4.0% | 340 |
Specialty Retail Average 46 franchises | $285K - $708K | $38K | 5.0% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 46 Specialty Retail franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
+3 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center) franchise?
The total initial investment to open a TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center) franchise ranges from $1,117,000 to $7,985,000. This includes a franchise fee of $125,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.5% of gross sales.
Is TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center) a good franchise to buy?
Whether TravelCenters of America (TA Express Center) is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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