Ordinary Trains
Rail travel in India can at times be uncomfortable and frustrating, but this is also part of the rail travel experience. There are a number of different classes and a number of different trains, ranging from express to mail trains. If you want the full experience, try a number of different classes and a number of different trains.
The Indian reservation system is very complicated, but be patient because it is one of the few bureaucracies in the country that actually works. When booking tickets, take advantage of the tourist quota allotment if one exists. You will find it easier to reserve a seat this way.
