🛣️OperationalNorth India

Gorakhpur Link Expressway

Jaitpur (Azamgarh) to Gorakhpur — 91 km · 4 lanes (expandable to 6)

A 91 km four-lane expressway connecting Gorakhpur to the Purvanchal Expressway at Jaitpur near Azamgarh. It provides direct connectivity from Gorakhpur to the state capital Lucknow and the rest of the expressway network.

Kilometres

Lanes

100 km/h

Speed Limit

State

Gorakhpur Link Expressway Route Map

Jaitpur (junction with Purvanchal Expressway), Ambedkar Nagar, Sant Kabir Nagar, Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur Link Expressway Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Jaitpur (Azamgarh)

End Point (Terminus)

Gorakhpur

States & Union Territories

Uttar Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns

●Azamgarh→●Ambedkar Nagar→●Sant Kabir Nagar→●Gorakhpur

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Key Features

●Links Gorakhpur to Purvanchal Expressway
●Provides Gorakhpur direct access to Lucknow via expressways
●Passes through 4 districts
●Opened to public in June 2025

Project Details

NameGorakhpur Link Expressway

Total Length91 km

Lanes4 lanes (expandable to 6)

Speed Limit100 km/h

StatusOperational

Operator / DeveloperUttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA)

Year Opened2025

Project CostRs 5,877 Crore

RegionNorth India

Safety Tips for Driving on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway

⚠️Strictly follow the speed limit of 100 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 Gorakhpur Link Expressway?

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway has a total length of 91 km. It connects Jaitpur (Azamgarh) to Gorakhpur.

What is the current status of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway?

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway is fully operational, having been opened in 2025.

Which states does the Gorakhpur Link Expressway pass through?

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway passes through Uttar Pradesh.

What is the speed limit on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway?

The speed limit on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway is 100 km/h.

How many lanes does the Gorakhpur Link Expressway have?

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway has 4 lanes (expandable to 6).

What is the cost of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway project?

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway project has an estimated cost of Rs 5,877 crore.

What are the major cities connected by the Gorakhpur Link Expressway?

The major cities and towns along the Gorakhpur Link Expressway include Azamgarh, Ambedkar Nagar, Sant Kabir Nagar, Gorakhpur.

Who is the operator of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway?

The Gorakhpur Link Expressway is operated/developed by Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA).

What are the key features of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway?

Key features of the Gorakhpur Link Expressway include: Links Gorakhpur to Purvanchal Expressway; Provides Gorakhpur direct access to Lucknow via expressways; Passes through 4 districts; Opened to public in June 2025.

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