🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 166E (NH 166E)

Guhagar to Vijapur

NH 166E is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Guhagar to Vijapur. It branches from NH 66.

States

Major Cities

NH 66

Parent Highway

NH 166E Route Map

NH166C near Guhagar, Chiplun, Patan, Karad, Kadegaon, Vita, Khanapur, Nagaj, Jat, NH52 near Vijapur

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 166E

The highway passes through 10 major cities and towns:

●Guhagar→●Chiplun→●Patan→●Karad→●Kadegaon→●Vita→●Khanapur→●Nagaj→●Jat→●Vijapur

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NH 166E Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Guhagar

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Vijapur

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 166E

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 66

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 166E

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 166E

⚠️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

What are the major cities on National Highway 166E?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 166E include Guhagar, Chiplun, Patan, Karad, Kadegaon, Vita, Khanapur, Nagaj, Jat, Vijapur.

Is National Highway 166E a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 166E is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 66.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 166E?

The speed limit on National Highway 166E 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 166E? (Route Map)

National Highway 166E follows this route: NH166C near Guhagar, Chiplun, Patan, Karad, Kadegaon, Vita, Khanapur, Nagaj, Jat, NH52 near Vijapur.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 166E?

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