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 Erode Jn - TVC AC SF EXP (22207).

Salem to Erode Jn TVC AC SF EXP (22207) departs from Salem Jn station (SA) at 20:25 and arrives Erode Jn station (ED) at 21:25. This train has 1 stoppages. Salem to Erode Jn rajdhani fare is Rs.1550 in First AC, Rs.965 in Second AC and Rs.740 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 Erode Jn - MAS CBE SHATABDI (12243).

Salem to Erode Jn MAS CBE SHATABDI (12243) departs from Salem Jn station (SA) at 11:20 and arrives Erode Jn station (ED) at 12:15. This train has 1 stoppages. Salem to Erode Jn shatabdi fare is Rs.635 in Executive Class and Rs.310 in Chair Car for this train which includes meal charges also.

The concept of Garib Rath started with the vision to provide air conditioned berths at a comparatively low price for the people who could not afford to travel in AC coaches. Garib-rath phrase translates to poor man's chariot in English. The fare in this train is almost two-thirds of regular third ac fare. Usually Garib Rath have Third AC (3A) class only excepting some 1-2 trains which also have Chair Car (CC) class. The compartments of these train coaches have 9 berths making an extra space for side middle berth which is not there in any other train in India. In case passengers want to have bedrolls they need to pay separately for it. Some garib-raths run as fast as rajdhani, but they have lesser priority for track clearance compared to them. These trains are painted green with a yellow colored strip along the window panes. 1 garib-rath train runs from Salem to Erode Jn - TVCN GARIBRATH (12257).

Salem to Erode Jn TVCN GARIBRATH (12257) departs from Salem Jn station (SA) at 01:15 and arrives Erode Jn station (ED) at 02:05. This train has 1 stoppages. Salem to Erode Jn garib-rath fare is Rs.250 in Third AC for this train.

Humsafar trains are long distance superfast trains that traverses overnight journeys. This is a new concept by the Indian Railways. Some Humsafar trains also run for more than 24 hours. Keeping in mind the middle class travellers, Humsafar was launched last year by the Former Railway Minister Mr. Suresh Prabhu. It has only Third AC class coach and have optional meal service. This train follows dynamic pricing meaning fare increases as the seat availability decreases. However, these trains hold lesser priority than Rajdhani and Shatabdi trains. Humsafar trains are equipped with modern day amenities and enhanced safety features. There are CCTV cameras fitted in every coach of Humsafar trains and there are charging points for each berth. One can also see current running speed of train on the LEDs fitted above doors. These trains are characterized by beautiful graffiti paint with vibrant sky blue color on outer surface of coaches. 1 humsafar train runs from Salem to Erode Jn - TVCN HUMSAFAR (16320).

Salem to Erode Jn TVCN HUMSAFAR (16320) departs from Salem Jn station (SA) at 22:40 and arrives Erode Jn station (ED) at 23:35. This train has 1 stoppages. Salem to Erode Jn humsafar fare is Rs.565 in Third AC and Rs.160 in Sleeper for this train.