🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 939 (NH 939)

Garhwa to Shahgarh — 104.0 km

NH 939 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Garhwa to Shahgarh, spanning 104.0 km through Bihar, Jharkhand. It branches from NH 39.

104.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 39

Parent Highway

NH 939 Route Map

NH39 near Garhwa, Bishrampur-Pandu, Pandeypura, Mohammadganj, Japla, Dangwar, NH19 near Shahgarh

States & Union Territories

NH 939 passes through the following 2 states:

BiharJharkhand

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 939

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Garhwa→●Bishrampur-Pandu→●Pandeypura→●Mohammadganj→●Japla→●Dangwar→●Shahgarh

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NH 939 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Garhwa

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Shahgarh

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 939

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 39

Total Length104.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 939

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 939

⚠️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 939 pass through?

National Highway 939 passes through Bihar, Jharkhand.

What are the major cities on National Highway 939?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 939 include Garhwa, Bishrampur-Pandu, Pandeypura, Mohammadganj, Japla, Dangwar, Shahgarh.

What is the total length of National Highway 939?

The total length of National Highway 939 is 104.0 km.

Is National Highway 939 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 939 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 39.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 939?

The speed limit on National Highway 939 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 939? (Route Map)

National Highway 939 follows this route: NH39 near Garhwa, Bishrampur-Pandu, Pandeypura, Mohammadganj, Japla, Dangwar, NH19 near Shahgarh.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 939?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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