🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 944 (NH 944)

Kavalkinaru to Nagercoil — 23.0 km

NH 944 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kavalkinaru to Nagercoil, spanning 23.0 km through Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 44.

23.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 44

Parent Highway

NH 944 Route Map

(NH47B) NH44 near Kavalkinaru, Aralvaymozhi, NH66 near Nagercoil

States & Union Territories

NH 944 passes through the following 1 state:

Tamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 944

The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:

●Kavalkinaru→●Aralvaymozhi→●Nagercoil

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NH 944 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kavalkinaru

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Nagercoil

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 944

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 44

Total Length23.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 944

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 944

⚠️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 944 pass through?

National Highway 944 passes through Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 944?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 944 include Kavalkinaru, Aralvaymozhi, Nagercoil.

What is the total length of National Highway 944?

The total length of National Highway 944 is 23.0 km.

Is National Highway 944 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 944 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 44.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 944?

The speed limit on National Highway 944 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 944? (Route Map)

National Highway 944 follows this route: (NH47B) NH44 near Kavalkinaru, Aralvaymozhi, NH66 near Nagercoil.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 944?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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