🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 555 (NH 555)

Sambalpur to Baliguda — 119.0 km

NH 555 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Sambalpur to Baliguda, spanning 119.0 km. It branches from NH 55.

119.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 55

Parent Highway

NH 555 Route Map

NH55 near Sambalpur, Sonepur, Mohangiri, NH59 near Baliguda

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 555

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Sambalpur→●Sonepur→●Mohangiri→●Baliguda

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NH 555 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Sambalpur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Baliguda

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 555

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 55

Total Length119.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 555

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 555

⚠️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

What are the major cities on National Highway 555?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 555 include Sambalpur, Sonepur, Mohangiri, Baliguda.

What is the total length of National Highway 555?

The total length of National Highway 555 is 119.0 km.

Is National Highway 555 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 555 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 55.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 555?

The speed limit on National Highway 555 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 555? (Route Map)

National Highway 555 follows this route: NH55 near Sambalpur, Sonepur, Mohangiri, NH59 near Baliguda.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 555?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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