🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 340 (NH 340)

Rayachoti to Kurabalakota — 61.0 km

NH 340 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Rayachoti to Kurabalakota, spanning 61.0 km through Andhra Pradesh. It branches from NH 40.

61.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 40

Parent Highway

NH 340 Route Map

NH40 near Rayachoti, Chinnamandem, Gurrramkonda, NH42 near Kurabalakota

States & Union Territories

NH 340 passes through the following 1 state:

Andhra Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 340

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Rayachoti→●Chinnamandem→●Gurrramkonda→●Kurabalakota

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NH 340 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Rayachoti

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Kurabalakota

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 340

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 40

Total Length61.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 340

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 340

⚠️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 340 pass through?

National Highway 340 passes through Andhra Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 340?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 340 include Rayachoti, Chinnamandem, Gurrramkonda, Kurabalakota.

What is the total length of National Highway 340?

The total length of National Highway 340 is 61.0 km.

Is National Highway 340 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 340 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 40.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 340?

The speed limit on National Highway 340 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 340? (Route Map)

National Highway 340 follows this route: NH40 near Rayachoti, Chinnamandem, Gurrramkonda, NH42 near Kurabalakota.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 340?

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