🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 440 (NH 440)

Rayachoti to Nandyal — 215.0 km

NH 440 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Rayachoti to Nandyal, spanning 215.0 km through Andhra Pradesh. It branches from NH 40.

215.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 40

Parent Highway

NH 440 Route Map

Rayachoti, Vempali, Yerraguntla, Prodattur, Chagalamarri, Rudravaram, Gajulapalli, Nandyal

States & Union Territories

NH 440 passes through the following 1 state:

Andhra Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 440

The highway passes through 8 major cities and towns:

●Rayachoti→●Vempali→●Yerraguntla→●Prodattur→●Chagalamarri→●Rudravaram→●Gajulapalli→●Nandyal

View on Google Maps

NH 440 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Rayachoti

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Nandyal

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 440

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 40

Total Length215.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 440

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 440

⚠️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 440 pass through?

National Highway 440 passes through Andhra Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 440?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 440 include Rayachoti, Vempali, Yerraguntla, Prodattur, Chagalamarri, Rudravaram, Gajulapalli, Nandyal.

What is the total length of National Highway 440?

The total length of National Highway 440 is 215.0 km.

Is National Highway 440 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 440 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 40.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 440?

The speed limit on National Highway 440 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 440? (Route Map)

National Highway 440 follows this route: Rayachoti, Vempali, Yerraguntla, Prodattur, Chagalamarri, Rudravaram, Gajulapalli, Nandyal.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 440?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

Road Safety Rules Highway Speed Limits Road Trip Checklist