🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 520 (NH 520)

Barkote to Rimuli — 254.0 km

NH 520 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Barkote to Rimuli, spanning 254.0 km through Odisha. It branches from NH 20.

254.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 20

Parent Highway

NH 520 Route Map

NH49 near Barkote, Mahuldiha, Bileipada, Lahunipada, NH143 near Rajamundra, Bimlagarh, Bhadrasahi, Rimuli

States & Union Territories

NH 520 passes through the following 1 state:

Odisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 520

The highway passes through 8 major cities and towns:

●Barkote→●Mahuldiha→●Bileipada→●Lahunipada→●Rajamundra→●Bimlagarh→●Bhadrasahi→●Rimuli

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NH 520 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Barkote

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Rimuli

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 520

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 20

Total Length254.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 520

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 520

⚠️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 520 pass through?

National Highway 520 passes through Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 520?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 520 include Barkote, Mahuldiha, Bileipada, Lahunipada, Rajamundra, Bimlagarh, Bhadrasahi, Rimuli.

What is the total length of National Highway 520?

The total length of National Highway 520 is 254.0 km.

Is National Highway 520 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 520 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 20.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 520?

The speed limit on National Highway 520 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 520? (Route Map)

National Highway 520 follows this route: NH49 near Barkote, Mahuldiha, Bileipada, Lahunipada, NH143 near Rajamundra, Bimlagarh, Bhadrasahi, Rimuli.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 520?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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