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Costco Extends Gas Station Hours Across North America

The expanded hours, now in effect, have received positive feedback from members but come as the company faces financial challenges after missing Q2 2025 earnings projections.

Costco in late Feb. expanded pump time at its gas stations. Most membership clubs will allow customers to pump until 10 p.m., Monday through Friday.  (File photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Costco Extends Gas Hours

Overview

  • Costco gas stations now operate from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, with varying weekend hours depending on location.
  • The decision to extend hours aims to provide greater convenience for members and has led to increased gas station usage.
  • Members have responded positively to the changes, as confirmed by Costco CFO Gary Millerchip, citing improved accessibility.
  • Despite revenue and comparable store sales growth, Costco missed Q2 2025 earnings projections, leading to a drop in stock prices.
  • Costco continues to offer competitive gas prices, leveraging bulk purchasing and high sales volume to maintain lower costs for members.