🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 218 (NH 218)

Purulia to Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk — 65.2 km

NH 218 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Purulia to Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk, spanning 65.2 km through Jharkhand, West Bengal. It branches from NH 18.

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Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 18

Parent Highway

NH 218 Route Map

NH18 near Purulia in the state of West Bengal connecting Chandankiyari, Jhariya, Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk on NH-19 in Dhanbad in the State of Jharkhand

States & Union Territories

NH 218 passes through the following 2 states:

JharkhandWest Bengal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 218

The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:

●Purulia in the state of West Bengal connecting Chandankiyari→●Jhariya→●Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk on NH-19 in Dhanbad in the State of Jharkhand

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NH 218 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Purulia

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 218

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 18

Total Length65.2 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 218

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 218

⚠️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 218 pass through?

National Highway 218 passes through Jharkhand, West Bengal.

What are the major cities on National Highway 218?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 218 include Purulia in the state of West Bengal connecting Chandankiyari, Jhariya, Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk on NH-19 in Dhanbad in the State of Jharkhand.

What is the total length of National Highway 218?

The total length of National Highway 218 is 65.2 km.

Is National Highway 218 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 218 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 18.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 218?

The speed limit on National Highway 218 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 218? (Route Map)

National Highway 218 follows this route: NH18 near Purulia in the state of West Bengal connecting Chandankiyari, Jhariya, Dhanbad & ending in Kishan Chowk on NH-19 in Dhanbad in the State of Jharkhand.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 218?

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