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National Highway 48 (NH 48)

Delhi to Chennai — 2916.0 km

NH 48 is a primary national highway connecting Delhi to Chennai, spanning 2916.0 km through Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu.

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Major Cities

NH 48

Parent Highway

NH 48 Route Map

(NH8) Delhi, Bawal, Kotpuli, Jaipur, (NH79A) Kishangarh, (NH79) Nasirabad, (NH76) Chittorgarh, (NH8) Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Ankleshwar, (NH53) Surat, (NH3) Mumbai, (NH4) Thane, Pune, Satara, Karad, Kolhapur, Belagavi, Dharwad, Hubballi, Davangere Chitradurga, Tumakuru, (NH7) Bengaluru, (NH46) Krishnagiri, (NH4) Vellore, Chennai

States & Union Territories

NH 48 passes through the following 7 states:

DelhiGujaratHaryanaKarnatakaMaharashtraRajasthanTamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 48

The highway passes through 15 major cities and towns:

●Bawal→●Kotpuli→●Jaipur→●Kishangarh→●Nasirabad→●Chittorgarh→●Udaipur→●Ahmedabad→●Vadodara→●Ankleshwar→●Surat→●Mumbai→●Thane→●Pune→●Satara

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NH 48 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Delhi

End Point (Terminus)

Chennai

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 48

TypePrimary National Highway

Total Length2916.0 km

RegionNorth to South India

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 48

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 48

⚠️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

Where does National Highway 48 start and end?

National Highway 48 starts from Delhi and ends at Chennai, covering a total distance of 2916.0 km.

Which states does National Highway 48 pass through?

National Highway 48 passes through Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 48?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 48 include Bawal, Kotpuli, Jaipur, Kishangarh, Nasirabad, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Ankleshwar, Surat, Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Satara.

What is the total length of National Highway 48?

The total length of National Highway 48 is 2916.0 km.

Is National Highway 48 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 48 is a primary national highway in India's post-2010 numbering system.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 48?

The speed limit on National Highway 48 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 48? (Route Map)

National Highway 48 follows this route: (NH8) Delhi, Bawal, Kotpuli, Jaipur, (NH79A) Kishangarh, (NH79) Nasirabad, (NH76) Chittorgarh, (NH8) Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Ankleshwar, (NH53) Surat, (NH3) Mumbai, (NH4) Thane, Pune, Satara, Karad, Kolhapur, Belagavi, Dharwad, Hubballi, Davangere Chitradurga, Tumakuru, (NH7) Bengaluru, (NH46) Krishnagiri, (NH4) Vellore, Chennai — starting at Delhi and ending at Chennai.

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