🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 966B (NH 966B)

NH66 to Ernakulam — 8.0 km

NH 966B is a secondary/branch national highway connecting NH66 to Ernakulam, spanning 8.0 km through Kerala. It branches from NH 66.

8.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 66

Parent Highway

NH 966B Route Map

(NH47A) NH66, Willington Island near Kochi, Ernakulam

States & Union Territories

NH 966B passes through the following 1 state:

Kerala

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 966B

The highway passes through 2 major cities and towns:

●Willington Island near Kochi→●Ernakulam

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NH 966B Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

NH66

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Ernakulam

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 966B

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 66

Total Length8.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 966B

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 966B

⚠️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 966B pass through?

National Highway 966B passes through Kerala.

What are the major cities on National Highway 966B?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 966B include Willington Island near Kochi, Ernakulam.

What is the total length of National Highway 966B?

The total length of National Highway 966B is 8.0 km.

Is National Highway 966B a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 966B is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 66.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 966B?

The speed limit on National Highway 966B 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 966B? (Route Map)

National Highway 966B follows this route: (NH47A) NH66, Willington Island near Kochi, Ernakulam.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 966B?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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