🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 163 (NH 163)

Bhopalpatnam to Hyderabad City — 447.1 km

NH 163 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Bhopalpatnam to Hyderabad City, spanning 447.1 km through Chhattisgarh, Telangana. It branches from NH 63.

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Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 63

Parent Highway

NH 163 Route Map

(NH202) NH63 near Bhopalpatnam, Venkatapuram, Eturunagaram, Warangal, Jangaon, Bhuvanagiri, Chadherghat, Mahatma Gandhi Bus station, Hyderabad City

States & Union Territories

NH 163 passes through the following 2 states:

ChhattisgarhTelangana

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 163

The highway passes through 9 major cities and towns:

●Bhopalpatnam→●Venkatapuram→●Eturunagaram→●Warangal→●Jangaon→●Bhuvanagiri→●Chadherghat→●Mahatma Gandhi Bus station→●Hyderabad City

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NH 163 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Bhopalpatnam

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Hyderabad City

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 163

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 63

Total Length447.1 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 163

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 163

⚠️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 163 pass through?

National Highway 163 passes through Chhattisgarh, Telangana.

What are the major cities on National Highway 163?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 163 include Bhopalpatnam, Venkatapuram, Eturunagaram, Warangal, Jangaon, Bhuvanagiri, Chadherghat, Mahatma Gandhi Bus station, Hyderabad City.

What is the total length of National Highway 163?

The total length of National Highway 163 is 447.1 km.

Is National Highway 163 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 163 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 63.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 163?

The speed limit on National Highway 163 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 163? (Route Map)

National Highway 163 follows this route: (NH202) NH63 near Bhopalpatnam, Venkatapuram, Eturunagaram, Warangal, Jangaon, Bhuvanagiri, Chadherghat, Mahatma Gandhi Bus station, Hyderabad City.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 163?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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