🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 701A (NH 701A)

NH 701A is a secondary/branch national highway, spanning 34.3 km through Jammu and Kashmir. It branches from NH 1.

34.3

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 1

Parent Highway

NH 701A Route Map

Starting from its junction with NH-1 near Baramula and terminating at Gulmarg in the state of Jammu and Kashmir.

States & Union Territories

NH 701A passes through the following 1 state:

Jammu and Kashmir

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 701A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 1

Total Length34.3 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 701A

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 701A

⚠️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 701A pass through?

National Highway 701A passes through Jammu and Kashmir.

What is the total length of National Highway 701A?

The total length of National Highway 701A is 34.3 km.

Is National Highway 701A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 701A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 1.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 701A?

The speed limit on National Highway 701A 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 701A? (Route Map)

National Highway 701A follows this route: Starting from its junction with NH-1 near Baramula and terminating at Gulmarg in the state of Jammu and Kashmir..

Planning a Road Trip on NH 701A?

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