🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 109 (NH 109)

Rudrapur to Karnaprayag — 324.0 km

NH 109 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Rudrapur to Karnaprayag, spanning 324.0 km through Uttarakhand. It branches from NH 9.

324.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 9

Parent Highway

NH 109 Route Map

(NH87) Rudrapur, Haldwani, Nainital, Bhowali, Almora, Ranikhet, Dwarahat, Chaukhutiya, Gairsain, Aadibadri, Karnaprayag

States & Union Territories

NH 109 passes through the following 1 state:

Uttarakhand

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 109

The highway passes through 11 major cities and towns:

●Rudrapur→●Haldwani→●Nainital→●Bhowali→●Almora→●Ranikhet→●Dwarahat→●Chaukhutiya→●Gairsain→●Aadibadri→●Karnaprayag

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NH 109 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Rudrapur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Karnaprayag

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 109

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 9

Total Length324.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 109

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 109

⚠️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 109 pass through?

National Highway 109 passes through Uttarakhand.

What are the major cities on National Highway 109?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 109 include Rudrapur, Haldwani, Nainital, Bhowali, Almora, Ranikhet, Dwarahat, Chaukhutiya, Gairsain, Aadibadri, Karnaprayag.

What is the total length of National Highway 109?

The total length of National Highway 109 is 324.0 km.

Is National Highway 109 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 109 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 9.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 109?

The speed limit on National Highway 109 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 109? (Route Map)

National Highway 109 follows this route: (NH87) Rudrapur, Haldwani, Nainital, Bhowali, Almora, Ranikhet, Dwarahat, Chaukhutiya, Gairsain, Aadibadri, Karnaprayag.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 109?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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