🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 140 (NH 140)

Putalpattu to Renigunta — 70.0 km

NH 140 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Putalpattu to Renigunta, spanning 70.0 km through Andhra Pradesh. It branches from NH 40.

70.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 40

Parent Highway

NH 140 Route Map

NH40 near Putalpattu, NH71 near Renigunta

States & Union Territories

NH 140 passes through the following 1 state:

Andhra Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 140

The highway passes through 2 major cities and towns:

●Putalpattu→●Renigunta

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NH 140 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Putalpattu

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Renigunta

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 140

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 40

Total Length70.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 140

Cars, Jeeps & Light Motor Vehicles100 km/h

Buses & Goods Carriers (medium)80 km/h

Heavy Motor Vehicles (trucks, lorries)60 km/h

Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers80 km/h

Speed limits are prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific stretches.

Safety Tips for Driving on NH 140

⚠️Always follow the speed limit — 100 km/h for cars and 80 km/h for heavy vehicles on national highways.
⚠️Wear seatbelts and ensure all passengers are buckled up.
⚠️Do not overtake on curves, bridges, or narrow sections.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance, especially during monsoon season.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime on highways.
⚠️Take breaks every 2 hours during long drives to avoid fatigue.
⚠️In case of an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency Number) or 1033 (National Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states does National Highway 140 pass through?

National Highway 140 passes through Andhra Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 140?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 140 include Putalpattu, Renigunta.

What is the total length of National Highway 140?

The total length of National Highway 140 is 70.0 km.

Is National Highway 140 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 140 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 40.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 140?

The speed limit on National Highway 140 is 100 km/h for cars and light motor vehicles, 80 km/h for buses and medium goods vehicles, and 60 km/h for heavy motor vehicles (trucks and lorries). These limits are set under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific sections.

What is the route of National Highway 140? (Route Map)

National Highway 140 follows this route: NH40 near Putalpattu, NH71 near Renigunta.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 140?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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