February 03, 2025

Bert's Travel Plaza reopens in Wellsville with familiar faces

Steve Smith

Bert's Travel Plaza reopens in Wellsville with familiar faces

Bert's Travel Plaza in Wellsville, Kansas has closed its doors, but only temporarily. The truck stop, a favorite spot on Poplar Street since 2020, shut down at 10 p.m. on February 2.

What's happening: The closure isn't permanent. Bert's is set to reopen under new management, starting February 3. The staff, including longtime manager Kim, will stay on to continue serving drivers and travelers.

Bert's gained a strong reputation in the trucking community, clinching the title of #1 Independent Truck Stop in 2022.
The change in ownership aims to refresh the location while keeping the same dedicated team.

The backstory: Bert's opened during the height of COVID-19, determined to provide essential services to truckers when many places were shutting down or limiting operations.

Looking ahead: Despite the change in ownership, the transition is expected to be smooth with minimal disruption to regulars. Bert's continues its mission to be a trusted stop for drivers.

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