🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 716 (NH 716)

Chennai to Renigunta — 147.0 km

NH 716 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Chennai to Renigunta, spanning 147.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 16.

147.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 16

Parent Highway

NH 716 Route Map

(NH205) Chennai, Tiruttani, Renigunta (To be merged with NH71 as part of Chennai-Hyderabad Expressway Project)

States & Union Territories

NH 716 passes through the following 2 states:

Andhra PradeshTamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 716

The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:

●Chennai→●Tiruttani→●Renigunta (To be merged with as part of Chennai-Hyderabad Expressway Project)

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NH 716 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Chennai

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Renigunta

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 716

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 16

Total Length147.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 716

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 716

⚠️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 716 pass through?

National Highway 716 passes through Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 716?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 716 include Chennai, Tiruttani, Renigunta (To be merged with as part of Chennai-Hyderabad Expressway Project).

What is the total length of National Highway 716?

The total length of National Highway 716 is 147.0 km.

Is National Highway 716 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 716 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 16.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 716?

The speed limit on National Highway 716 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 716? (Route Map)

National Highway 716 follows this route: (NH205) Chennai, Tiruttani, Renigunta (To be merged with NH71 as part of Chennai-Hyderabad Expressway Project).

Planning a Road Trip on NH 716?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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