🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 266 (NH 266)

Jat to Karad

NH 266 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Jat to Karad. It branches from NH 66.

States

Major Cities

NH 66

Parent Highway

NH 266 Route Map

NH166E near Jat, Kavathe Mahnkal, Shirdhona, Tasgaon, Palus, NH166E near Karad

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 266

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Jat→●Kavathe Mahnkal→●Shirdhona→●Tasgaon→●Palus→●Karad

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NH 266 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Jat

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Karad

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 266

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 66

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 266

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 266

⚠️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

What are the major cities on National Highway 266?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 266 include Jat, Kavathe Mahnkal, Shirdhona, Tasgaon, Palus, Karad.

Is National Highway 266 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 266 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 66.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 266?

The speed limit on National Highway 266 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 266? (Route Map)

National Highway 266 follows this route: NH166E near Jat, Kavathe Mahnkal, Shirdhona, Tasgaon, Palus, NH166E near Karad.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 266?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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