🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 748A (NH 748A)

Machhe to Sanquelim — 75.7 km

NH 748A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Machhe to Sanquelim, spanning 75.7 km. It branches from NH 48.

75.7

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States

Major Cities

NH 48

Parent Highway

NH 748A Route Map

NH748 near Machhe, Piranvadi, Navage, Kinaye, Kusamalli, Jamboti, Kalmani, Kankumbi, Poriem, Matnee, Sanquelim

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 748A

The highway passes through 11 major cities and towns:

●Machhe→●Piranvadi→●Navage→●Kinaye→●Kusamalli→●Jamboti→●Kalmani→●Kankumbi→●Poriem→●Matnee→●Sanquelim

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NH 748A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Machhe

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Sanquelim

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 748A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 48

Total Length75.7 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 748A

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 748A

⚠️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 748A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 748A include Machhe, Piranvadi, Navage, Kinaye, Kusamalli, Jamboti, Kalmani, Kankumbi, Poriem, Matnee, Sanquelim.

What is the total length of National Highway 748A?

The total length of National Highway 748A is 75.7 km.

Is National Highway 748A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 748A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 48.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 748A?

The speed limit on National Highway 748A 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 748A? (Route Map)

National Highway 748A follows this route: NH748 near Machhe, Piranvadi, Navage, Kinaye, Kusamalli, Jamboti, Kalmani, Kankumbi, Poriem, Matnee, Sanquelim.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 748A?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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