🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 340C (NH 340C)

Kurnool to Dornala — 135.0 km

NH 340C is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kurnool to Dornala, spanning 135.0 km through Andhra Pradesh. It branches from NH 40.

135.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 40

Parent Highway

NH 340C Route Map

NH40 near Kurnool, Nandikotkur, Atmakur, NH765 near Dornala

States & Union Territories

NH 340C passes through the following 1 state:

Andhra Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 340C

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Kurnool→●Nandikotkur→●Atmakur→●Dornala

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NH 340C Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kurnool

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Dornala

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 340C

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 40

Total Length135.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 340C

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 340C

⚠️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 340C pass through?

National Highway 340C passes through Andhra Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 340C?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 340C include Kurnool, Nandikotkur, Atmakur, Dornala.

What is the total length of National Highway 340C?

The total length of National Highway 340C is 135.0 km.

Is National Highway 340C a primary or secondary national highway?

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

What is the speed limit on National Highway 340C?

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

National Highway 340C follows this route: NH40 near Kurnool, Nandikotkur, Atmakur, NH765 near Dornala.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 340C?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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