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How Much Does a Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$202K – $259K

Franchise Fee

$15K

Royalty

$3,000 for years one and two; $4,000 for years three through six; and $5,000 for years seven through ten

Ad Fund

$1,000 per year

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee is $15K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.

Total Investment Range

Opening a Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee franchise requires a total investment of $202K – $259K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.

Working capital alone ranges from $1K to $14K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: $3,000 for years one and two; $4,000 for years three through six; and $5,000 for years seven through ten. The ad fund contribution is: $1,000 per year. There is also a technology fee of $600.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee requires working capital of $1K – $14K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.

What Can You Earn?

Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.

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