🛣️Under ConstructionSouth India

Bengaluru–Chennai Expressway (NE-7)

Hoskote (Bengaluru) to Sriperumbudur (Chennai) — 263.5 km · 4 lanes (expandable to 8)

A 263.5 km access-controlled expressway connecting Bengaluru and Chennai. The Karnataka section (71.7 km) opened in December 2024. Full completion revised to early 2027 due to contractor delays on a critical 1.1 km elevated bridge near Sriperumbudur. Overall 90%+ complete as of mid-2026.

263.5

Kilometres

Lanes

120 km/h

Speed Limit

States

Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway Route Map

Hoskote (Bengaluru), Kolar, Bangarpet, Palamaner, Chittoor, Ranipet, Walajapet, Sriperumbudur (Chennai)

Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Hoskote (Bengaluru)

End Point (Terminus)

Sriperumbudur (Chennai)

States & Union Territories

KarnatakaAndhra PradeshTamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns

●Bengaluru→●Hoskote→●Kolar→●Palamaner→●Ranipet→●Sriperumbudur→●Chennai

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Key Features

●National Expressway 7 (NE-7)
●Connects two major IT capitals of India
●Passes through 3 states: Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
●Karnataka section (71.7 km) opened December 2024
●Reduces travel time from 7-8 hours to 2-3 hours
●Full completion revised to early 2027
●Expandable to 6 lanes by 2037 and 8 lanes by 2041

Project Details

NameBengaluru–Chennai Expressway (NE-7)

Total Length263.5 km

Lanes4 lanes (expandable to 8)

Speed Limit120 km/h

StatusUnder Construction

Operator / DeveloperNational Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

Expected Completion2027

Project CostRs 17,930 Crore

RegionSouth India

Safety Tips for Driving on the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway

⚠️Strictly follow the speed limit of 120 km/h. Overspeeding on expressways attracts heavy fines.
⚠️Always wear seatbelts. Rear-seat passengers must also buckle up on expressways.
⚠️Do not stop on the main carriageway. Use designated rest areas and parking zones.
⚠️Maintain lane discipline — use the right lane only for overtaking.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance of at least 3 seconds at expressway speeds.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime as per expressway rules.
⚠️In case of breakdown, move to the shoulder immediately and use hazard lights.
⚠️In an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency) or 1033 (Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total length of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway?

The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway has a total length of 263.5 km. It connects Hoskote (Bengaluru) to Sriperumbudur (Chennai).

What is the current status of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway?

The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway is currently under construction and is expected to be completed by 2027.

Which states does the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway pass through?

The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway passes through Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

What is the speed limit on the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway?

The speed limit on the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway is 120 km/h.

How many lanes does the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway have?

The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway has 4 lanes (expandable to 8).

What is the cost of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway project?

The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway project has an estimated cost of Rs 17,930 crore.

What are the major cities connected by the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway?

The major cities and towns along the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway include Bengaluru, Hoskote, Kolar, Palamaner, Ranipet, Sriperumbudur, Chennai.

Who is the operator of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway?

The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway is operated/developed by National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).

What are the key features of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway?

Key features of the Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway include: National Expressway 7 (NE-7); Connects two major IT capitals of India; Passes through 3 states: Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu; Karnataka section (71.7 km) opened December 2024; Reduces travel time from 7-8 hours to 2-3 hours; Full completion revised to early 2027; Expandable to 6 lanes by 2037 and 8 lanes by 2041.

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