Rajdhani express are premium category trains by the Indian Railways that redefines luxury travelling in India. It is a fully air-conditioned train which connects country capital (Delhi) with state capitals. That is why they are called 'Rajdhani' which translates to 'Capital' in English. These train runs at very high speed and therefore it usually takes least time to reach destination compared to other trains on the same route. Mumbai rajdhani is the fastest rajdhani train which attains a maximum speed of 140 kmph on some stretch. Rajdhani Express offers catering facilities inside the train the fare of which is included in ticket fare. Rajdhani trains have 3 classes - First AC (1A), AC II-tier (2A) and AC III-tier (3A) only and they are coupled with LHB coaches that have higher safety features. The ticket fare for Rajdhani is maximum amongst all trains on the same route and has dynamic fare (Flexi Fare) system. Waitlisted passengers are strictly not allowed inside this train. Rajdhani train coaches are usually painted in red with a grey colored strip outside. 1 rajdhani train runs from Salem to Chennai - MAS SF AC EXP (22208).

Salem to Chennai MAS SF AC EXP (22208) departs from Salem Jn station (SA) at 05:10 and arrives Chennai Central station (MAS) at 10:25. Salem to Chennai rajdhani fare is Rs.1790 in First AC, Rs.1090 in Second AC and Rs.815 in Third AC for this train which includes meal charges also.

Shatabdi express is a premium category full air-conditioned train that connects important cities of India. These are the fastest trains in India which can run at over 150 kmph. These trains runs for short distances only and are not for overnight journeys. Shatabdi trains have only seating arrangements. They are equipped with safer LHB coaches. The first Shatabdi Express train was introduced in 1988 to commemorate the birth centenary of Jawahar Lal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. These train offers catering facilities and the food fare is included in ticket cost. Shatabdi trains have classes Chair Car (CC) and Executive Class(EC). These are best alternative to bus journeys. 1 shatabdi train runs from Salem to Chennai - CBE MAS SHATABDI (12244).

Salem to Chennai CBE MAS SHATABDI (12244) departs from Salem Jn station (SA) at 17:20 and arrives Chennai Central station (MAS) at 21:50. Salem to Chennai shatabdi fare is Rs.1460 in Executive Class and Rs.770 in Chair Car for this train which includes meal charges also.