🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 727 (NH 727)

Kushinagar to Chhapwa — 169.0 km

NH 727 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kushinagar to Chhapwa, spanning 169.0 km through Bihar, Uttar Pradesh. It branches from NH 27.

169.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 27

Parent Highway

NH 727 Route Map

(NH28B) NH27 near Kushinagar, Chhitanuni Rail-cum-Road bridge, Bagaha, Lauriya, Bettiah, NH527D near Chhapwa

States & Union Territories

NH 727 passes through the following 2 states:

BiharUttar Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 727

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Kushinagar→●Chhitanuni Rail-cum-Road bridge→●Bagaha→●Lauriya→●Bettiah→●Chhapwa

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NH 727 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kushinagar

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Chhapwa

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 727

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 27

Total Length169.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 727

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 727

⚠️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 727 pass through?

National Highway 727 passes through Bihar, Uttar Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 727?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 727 include Kushinagar, Chhitanuni Rail-cum-Road bridge, Bagaha, Lauriya, Bettiah, Chhapwa.

What is the total length of National Highway 727?

The total length of National Highway 727 is 169.0 km.

Is National Highway 727 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 727 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 27.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 727?

The speed limit on National Highway 727 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 727? (Route Map)

National Highway 727 follows this route: (NH28B) NH27 near Kushinagar, Chhitanuni Rail-cum-Road bridge, Bagaha, Lauriya, Bettiah, NH527D near Chhapwa.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 727?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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