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Does TA Travel Centers
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MCC Code
5541
Category
Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)
Reward Category
Gas
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Travel center with fuel; codes as 5541 service station rather than travel
Hilton Honors Amex Surpass
6x pts on U.S. gas stations
6x pts
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
Costco Anywhere Visa
4% back on gas stations
4% back
Amex Blue Cash Preferred
3% back on U.S. gas stations
3% back
Amex Blue Cash Everyday
3% back on U.S. gas stations
3% back

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What MCC code does TA Travel Centers use?
TA Travel Centers uses MCC 5541 — Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services). This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to TA Travel Centers by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does TA Travel Centers count as service stations (with or without ancillary services) for credit card rewards?
TA Travel Centers does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 5541 (Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)), which may not trigger the bonus category you're hoping for. Always check your card's terms.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at TA Travel Centers?
The best card depends on how TA Travel Centers codes. Since it uses MCC 5541 (Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.