🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 218B (NH 218B)

Damda to Duarsini ending — 89.8 km

NH 218B is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Damda to Duarsini ending, spanning 89.8 km through Jharkhand, West Bengal. It branches from NH 18.

89.8

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 18

Parent Highway

NH 218B Route Map

NH18 near Damda (Purulia) in the state of West Bengal connecting Chaklator, Barabazar, Banduan, Duarsini ending on NH-18 in Galudih in the State of Jharkhand (Purulia-Duarsini-Galudih Road)

States & Union Territories

NH 218B passes through the following 2 states:

JharkhandWest Bengal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 218B

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Damda (Purulia) in the state of West Bengal connecting Chaklator→●Barabazar→●Banduan→●Duarsini ending on NH-18 in Galudih in the State of Jharkhand (Purulia-Duarsini-Galudih Road)

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NH 218B Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Damda

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Duarsini ending

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 218B

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 18

Total Length89.8 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 218B

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 218B

⚠️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 218B pass through?

National Highway 218B passes through Jharkhand, West Bengal.

What are the major cities on National Highway 218B?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 218B include Damda (Purulia) in the state of West Bengal connecting Chaklator, Barabazar, Banduan, Duarsini ending on NH-18 in Galudih in the State of Jharkhand (Purulia-Duarsini-Galudih Road).

What is the total length of National Highway 218B?

The total length of National Highway 218B is 89.8 km.

Is National Highway 218B a primary or secondary national highway?

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

What is the speed limit on National Highway 218B?

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

National Highway 218B follows this route: NH18 near Damda (Purulia) in the state of West Bengal connecting Chaklator, Barabazar, Banduan, Duarsini ending on NH-18 in Galudih in the State of Jharkhand (Purulia-Duarsini-Galudih Road).

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