🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 344 (NH 344)

Ambala to Roorkee — 173.0 km

NH 344 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Ambala to Roorkee, spanning 173.0 km through Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand. It branches from NH 44.

173.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 44

Parent Highway

NH 344 Route Map

(NH72) NH44 near Ambala, (NH73) Dhanana, Saha, Yamunanagar, Saharanpur, NH334 near Roorkee

States & Union Territories

NH 344 passes through the following 3 states:

HaryanaPunjabUttarakhand

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 344

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Ambala→●Dhanana→●Saha→●Yamunanagar→●Saharanpur→●Roorkee

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NH 344 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Ambala

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Roorkee

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 344

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 44

Total Length173.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 344

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 344

⚠️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 344 pass through?

National Highway 344 passes through Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand.

What are the major cities on National Highway 344?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 344 include Ambala, Dhanana, Saha, Yamunanagar, Saharanpur, Roorkee.

What is the total length of National Highway 344?

The total length of National Highway 344 is 173.0 km.

Is National Highway 344 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 344 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 44.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 344?

The speed limit on National Highway 344 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 344? (Route Map)

National Highway 344 follows this route: (NH72) NH44 near Ambala, (NH73) Dhanana, Saha, Yamunanagar, Saharanpur, NH334 near Roorkee.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 344?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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