What is the maximum speed limit on urban roads with center lines?

[LeRiley]

The maximum speed limit on urban roads with center lines cannot exceed 40 kilometers per hour. The speed of motor vehicles on the road must not exceed the speed indicated by speed limit signs or markings. Other speed limit regulations: Roads without center lines: For roads without center lines, the speed limit is 30 kilometers per hour for urban roads and 40 kilometers per hour for highways. For roads with only one lane in each direction, the speed limit is 50 kilometers per hour for urban roads and 70 kilometers per hour for highways. Urban roads include ordinary city roads and expressways, with the former generally limited to 40-60 kilometers per hour, while expressways may have a maximum speed limit of 80 kilometers per hour. Tunnels and ETC lanes: Tunnels and tunnel groups generally have a speed limit of 80 kilometers per hour. Accident-prone sections usually have a speed limit 20 kilometers per hour lower than the main highway. Sharp curves and interchange ramps are speed-limited according to their design speed. ETC lanes have a speed limit of 20 kilometers per hour, while truck weigh-in-motion lanes have a speed limit of 5 kilometers per hour.

[CadenFitz]

As an experienced driver who frequently drives in the city center, I believe the maximum speed limit on core urban roads is generally around 40 to 50 kilometers per hour. This isn’t arbitrarily set—after all, downtown areas are crowded with people, dense with traffic, and have many intersections, making high speeds extremely dangerous. I’ve seen many new drivers think they can push it to 60 km/h, only to nearly hit pedestrians or get fined. Personally, I slow down to 30 km/h in rainy weather because braking distances increase. Speed limits may vary by city; for example, core areas in Beijing or Shanghai strictly enforce limits under 50 km/h, while suburban areas might allow up to 60 km/h. For safety, I always pay attention to speed limit signs on the road and avoid letting time pressure lead to speeding. Using navigation apps to alert you about speed limits can save a lot of trouble while driving.

[RonanMarie]

As a new driver who just got my license, I pay special attention to the speed limits when driving in the city, usually between 40 to 50 kilometers per hour. On my first drive, my friend exceeded 60 km/h at an intersection in town and got fined by a speed camera, which made me remember this standard. There's heavy traffic near the centerline and many pedestrians crossing the road, so driving too fast makes it hard to react in time. I've also learned that speed limits vary significantly between different road sections—for example, 30 km/h in commercial streets and possibly 50 km/h on main roads. I frequently check the alerts on my driving guide app to avoid repeating mistakes. I advise other beginners to observe road signs carefully and not rely solely on memory.

[StSkylar]

Living near the city center, I walk or drive daily and firmly believe that the reasonable speed limit on urban roads should be between 30 to 50 km/h. From a safety perspective, lower speeds reduce accident risks and make pedestrians feel more secure when crossing. During rush hours, I've observed that vehicles exceeding 50 km/h generate significantly more noise and exhaust pollution. Urban planning should address this by widening sidewalks or installing speed bumps. Personally, I view speed limit compliance not just as a legal obligation, but as a form of respect for the community.