🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 208A (NH 208A)

NH 208 to Chand Khera — 79.0 km

NH 208A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting NH 208 to Chand Khera, spanning 79.0 km through Assam, Tripura. It branches from NH 8.

79.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 8

Parent Highway

NH 208A Route Map

NH 208 near Kailashahar, Dharmanagar, Kadamtala, Premtola, Kurti RCC, Kathaltali, Kukital, NH8 near Chand Khera

States & Union Territories

NH 208A passes through the following 2 states:

AssamTripura

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 208A

The highway passes through 8 major cities and towns:

●Kailashahar→●Dharmanagar→●Kadamtala→●Premtola→●Kurti RCC→●Kathaltali→●Kukital→●Chand Khera

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NH 208A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

NH 208

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Chand Khera

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 208A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 8

Total Length79.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 208A

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 208A

⚠️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 208A pass through?

National Highway 208A passes through Assam, Tripura.

What are the major cities on National Highway 208A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 208A include Kailashahar, Dharmanagar, Kadamtala, Premtola, Kurti RCC, Kathaltali, Kukital, Chand Khera.

What is the total length of National Highway 208A?

The total length of National Highway 208A is 79.0 km.

Is National Highway 208A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 208A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 8.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 208A?

The speed limit on National Highway 208A 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 208A? (Route Map)

National Highway 208A follows this route: NH 208 near Kailashahar, Dharmanagar, Kadamtala, Premtola, Kurti RCC, Kathaltali, Kukital, NH8 near Chand Khera.

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