🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 263 (NH 263)

Eturnagaram to Aswaraopeta — 186.0 km

NH 263 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Eturnagaram to Aswaraopeta, spanning 186.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Telangana. It branches from NH 63.

186.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 63

Parent Highway

NH 263 Route Map

NH163 near Eturnagaram, Sompalli, Kukunoor, NH365BB near Aswaraopeta

States & Union Territories

NH 263 passes through the following 2 states:

Andhra PradeshTelangana

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 263

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Eturnagaram→●Sompalli→●Kukunoor→●B near Aswaraopeta

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NH 263 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Eturnagaram

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Aswaraopeta

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 263

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 63

Total Length186.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 263

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 263

⚠️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 263 pass through?

National Highway 263 passes through Andhra Pradesh, Telangana.

What are the major cities on National Highway 263?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 263 include Eturnagaram, Sompalli, Kukunoor, B near Aswaraopeta.

What is the total length of National Highway 263?

The total length of National Highway 263 is 186.0 km.

Is National Highway 263 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 263 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 63.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 263?

The speed limit on National Highway 263 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 263? (Route Map)

National Highway 263 follows this route: NH163 near Eturnagaram, Sompalli, Kukunoor, NH365BB near Aswaraopeta.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 263?

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