🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 240 (NH 240)

Kurnool to Ballari — 148.0 km

NH 240 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kurnool to Ballari, spanning 148.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka. It branches from NH 40.

148.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 40

Parent Highway

NH 240 Route Map

NH44 near Kurnool, Kodumur, Alur, NH67 near Ballari

States & Union Territories

NH 240 passes through the following 2 states:

Andhra PradeshKarnataka

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 240

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Kurnool→●Kodumur→●Alur→●Ballari

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NH 240 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kurnool

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Ballari

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 240

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 40

Total Length148.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 240

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 240

⚠️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 240 pass through?

National Highway 240 passes through Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka.

What are the major cities on National Highway 240?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 240 include Kurnool, Kodumur, Alur, Ballari.

What is the total length of National Highway 240?

The total length of National Highway 240 is 148.0 km.

Is National Highway 240 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 240 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 40.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 240?

The speed limit on National Highway 240 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 240? (Route Map)

National Highway 240 follows this route: NH44 near Kurnool, Kodumur, Alur, NH67 near Ballari.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 240?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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