Navigating the vast network of expressways and national highways in India demands a
keen understanding of the prescribed speed limits. These limits serve as crucial guidelines
to ensure safe and efficient travel on these high-speed corridors. From the bustling
Mumbai-Pune Expressway to the grandeur of the Yamuna Expressway, each stretch comes
with its own set of regulations. In 2018, the Union Ministry of Road Transport and
Highways fixed the maximum speed limit for the M1 category of vehicles. Adhering to these
speed limits not only guarantees a smoother journey but also prioritizes the safety of all
road users. In this article, we’ll explore the set speed limits on expressways and national
highways in India, emphasizing the significance of responsible and mindful driving.
| Highway | Speed Limit (kmph) |
|---|---|
| National Expressway 1 (NE1) – Delhi-Meerut Expressway | 100 |
| National Expressway 2 (NE2) – Mumbai-Vadodara Expressway | 100 |
| National Expressway 3 (NE3) – Agra-Lucknow Expressway | 100 |
| National Expressway 4 (NE4) – Chennai Bypass | 100 |
| National Expressway 5 (NE5) – KMP Expressway (Kundli-Manesar-Palwal) | 100 |
| National Expressway 6 (NE6) – Kolkata Bypass | 100 |
| National Expressway 7 (NE7) – Bangalore-Mysore Infrastructure Corridor (BMIC) | 100 |
| National Expressway 8 (NE8) – Mumbai-Pune Expressway | 100 |
| National Expressway 9 (NE9) – Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) | 100 |
| National Expressway 10 (NE10) – Eastern Peripheral Expressway | 100 |
| Yamuna Expressway – connects Greater Noida with Agra in Uttar Pradesh | 100 |
| Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway (Samruddhi Mahamarg) | 120 |
| Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway | 100 |
| Ahmedabad-Mumbai-Pune Expressway (AMPE) | 100 |
| Mumbai-Nashik Expressway | 100 |
| Outer Ring Road, Hyderabad | 70 |
| Outer Ring Road, Bangalore | 70 |
| Pune-Solapur Highway | 70 |
| Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway | 120 |
| Mumbai-Goa Highway (NH 66) | 100 |
| Delhi-Jaipur Expressway (NH 48) | 100 |