🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 361 (NH 361)

Tuljapur to Patan Bori — 548.0 km

NH 361 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Tuljapur to Patan Bori, spanning 548.0 km through Maharashtra. It branches from NH 61.

548.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 61

Parent Highway

NH 361 Route Map

(NH52) NH52 near Tuljapur, Ausa, Latur, Ahmedpur, NH161 near Nanded, Hadgaon, Umerkhed, Yavatmal, Wardha, (NH44) NH44 near Patan Bori

States & Union Territories

NH 361 passes through the following 1 state:

Maharashtra

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 361

The highway passes through 10 major cities and towns:

●Tuljapur→●Ausa→●Latur→●Ahmedpur→●Nanded→●Hadgaon→●Umerkhed→●Yavatmal→●Wardha→●Patan Bori

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NH 361 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Tuljapur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Patan Bori

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 361

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 61

Total Length548.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 361

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 361

⚠️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 361 pass through?

National Highway 361 passes through Maharashtra.

What are the major cities on National Highway 361?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 361 include Tuljapur, Ausa, Latur, Ahmedpur, Nanded, Hadgaon, Umerkhed, Yavatmal, Wardha, Patan Bori.

What is the total length of National Highway 361?

The total length of National Highway 361 is 548.0 km.

Is National Highway 361 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 361 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 61.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 361?

The speed limit on National Highway 361 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 361? (Route Map)

National Highway 361 follows this route: (NH52) NH52 near Tuljapur, Ausa, Latur, Ahmedpur, NH161 near Nanded, Hadgaon, Umerkhed, Yavatmal, Wardha, (NH44) NH44 near Patan Bori.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 361?

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