National Highway 20 (NH 20) in India: Routes, Length Entry/Exit Points & Rules

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Many people take the National Highways for a long drive or to reach their destinations quickly. Furthermore, many transporters deliver their goods over long distances via these highways. If you plan to take the NH 20, here is a thorough guide to help you make the best decisions when driving on this highway.

There are several states through which the National Highway crosses. Here is a complete guide on National Highway 20 routes that can help you to plan your trip efficiently.

States Falling Under National Highway 20 (NH 20)

Following are some of the states through which the National Highway 20 passes:

• Bihar
• Jharkhand
• Odisha

Furthermore, there are several important cities that National Highway 20 connects when passing through these states.

Entry and Exit Points of National Highway 20 (NH 20)

The National Highway 20 originates at Bakhtiyarpur in Bihar and passes through various states before terminating at Satbhaya in Odisha. Furthermore, to ensure maximum safety, the government has imposed some restrictions on the vehicles allowed on this highway.

Following are the types of vehicles allowed on National Highway 20:

• Trucks
• Vehicles with 8 passengers
• Three-wheeled vehicles
• Motorcycles
• Buses
• Cars
• Vehicles with more than 9 passengers

As per government-issued guidelines, the maximum speed limit for vehicles on highways  are as follows:

• Motorcycles: 80 km per hour
• Quadricycle: 60 km per hour
• Three-wheeled vehicles: 50 km per hour
• Motor vehicles with not more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat used to carry passengers: 100 km per hour
• Motor vehicles having nine or more seats in addition to the driver’s seat used to carry passengers: 90 km per hour
• Motor vehicles used to carry goods: 80 km per hour

Maintaining the speed limit reduces potential vehicle collisions by bridging disparities.

Some of the popular places located along National Highway 20 include:

1. Patna

Patna is situated on the southern banks of the river Ganges and is popular for being one of the oldest cities in the world. The best time to visit Patna is from October to March.

• Srikrishna Science Centre
• Golghar
• Bihar Museum and more

2. Ranchi

Known as the "City of Waterfalls”, Ranchi is a popular destination in Jharkhand surrounded by the lush green forest and the river Subarnarekha.

• Tagore Hill
• Birsa Zoological Park
• Dasham and Jonha Falls and more

3. Hazaribagh

This popular tourist destination for nature lovers has gained its fame due to beautiful dense forests, lakes and more.

• Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park
• Canary Hill and more

4. Puri

Puri is one of the top pilgrimage sites due to the presence of Jagannath Temple. Some popular tourist destinations in Puri include:

• Chilika Lake
• Puri Beach
• Markandeswara Temple, etc.

5. Bhubaneshwar

Bhubaneshwar is another city in Odisha popular due to its grand temples and marvellous architecture. Some of the top tourist attractions of this city include:

• Hirakud Dam
• Lingaraj Temple
• ISKCON temple, and more

Here are a few crucial things to consider when travelling along National Highway 20:

• Check the weather before beginning your journey on NH20. If there are chances of heavy rain, try to reschedule your journey to avoid accidents.
• Plan your trip so you do not have to drive on NH 20 at night, as the visibility is considerably reduced, increasing the chances of accidents.
• Maintain your speed within the limits on NH 20. Also, refrain from rapidly changing your vehicle's speed.