🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 503 (NH 503)

Mcleodganj to NH205 — 180.2 km

NH 503 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Mcleodganj to NH205, spanning 180.2 km through Himachal Pradesh, Punjab. It branches from NH 3.

180.2

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 3

Parent Highway

NH 503 Route Map

(NH88) Mcleodganj, Dharamshala, Mataur, Kangra, (NH20A)Ranital, Dera Gopipur, NH3 near Mubarakpur, Amb, Una, Dehlan, Anandpur Sahib, Kiratpur, NH205

States & Union Territories

NH 503 passes through the following 2 states:

Himachal PradeshPunjab

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 503

The highway passes through 12 major cities and towns:

●Mcleodganj→●Dharamshala→●Mataur→●Kangra→●Ranital→●Dera Gopipur→●Mubarakpur→●Amb→●Una→●Dehlan→●Anandpur Sahib→●Kiratpur

View on Google Maps

NH 503 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Mcleodganj

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

NH205

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 503

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 3

Total Length180.2 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 503

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 503

⚠️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 503 pass through?

National Highway 503 passes through Himachal Pradesh, Punjab.

What are the major cities on National Highway 503?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 503 include Mcleodganj, Dharamshala, Mataur, Kangra, Ranital, Dera Gopipur, Mubarakpur, Amb, Una, Dehlan, Anandpur Sahib, Kiratpur.

What is the total length of National Highway 503?

The total length of National Highway 503 is 180.2 km.

Is National Highway 503 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 503 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 3.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 503?

The speed limit on National Highway 503 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 503? (Route Map)

National Highway 503 follows this route: (NH88) Mcleodganj, Dharamshala, Mataur, Kangra, (NH20A)Ranital, Dera Gopipur, NH3 near Mubarakpur, Amb, Una, Dehlan, Anandpur Sahib, Kiratpur, NH205.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 503?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

Road Safety Rules Highway Speed Limits Road Trip Checklist