# BlaBlaCar MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > BlaBlaCar MCP lets you find and book shared rides and bus trips through your AI agent. It handles the heavy lifting of comparing prices, checking driver ratings, and searching for flexible travel dates across the world's largest carpooling network. ## Overview - **Category:** productivity - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_GPftow7lEXE5QrJknagDOfsWcNKK6ut5lwQU3u9i/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** carpooling, ride-sharing, transportation, booking, price-comparison, travel-logistics ## Description This Connector lets you pull the world's largest carpooling network directly into your AI agent's workflow. Instead of manual searching, you can ask your agent to find rides between cities, compare prices across different drivers, and check for bus routes on longer journeys. It handles the details like checking driver ratings, viewing vehicle info, and scanning for the cheapest days to travel over a wide window. If you're a frequent traveler, having this connected through the Vinkius catalog makes it easy to plan multi-city routes or find rides within a specific distance from your home without the usual friction of switching between tabs. It turns a complex logistics task into a simple conversation where you get clear results on availability, cost, and driver credibility. You don't have to worry about missing a better price or settling for a ride that doesn't fit your schedule. Whether you're moving between work hubs or just heading out for a weekend trip, this connection gives your agent the data it needs to handle the heavy lifting of travel planning. It also helps you prioritize shared transportation, making it easier to choose greener travel options that still fit your budget. ## Tools ### search_trips Find rides based on exact latitude and longitude for precise location matching. Use this when you have specific coordinates for your pickup and dropoff. ### search_trips_with_radius See all available rides within a specific distance from your current location. This is great for finding rides when you have a bit of flexibility on where you can meet the driver. ### get_driver_profile Check a driver's history, ratings, and passenger reviews before you commit. This helps you verify that the driver is reliable and well-rated by others. ### get_trip_details View the full specifics of a ride, including the vehicle type and exact pickup spot. This helps you understand the comfort level and location before you commit. ### search_bus_trips Find professional bus routes for long-distance travel when carpools aren't available. Use this to see fixed schedules and prices for major transit lines. ### search_flexible_dates Look at travel options across a range of days to find the best price. This helps you see which days offer the most availability and the lowest costs. ### search_trips_by_city Search for rides between two cities using plain names instead of GPS points. It's the easiest way to find general travel options between major hubs. ### search_international_trips Find rides that cross borders by providing country codes and coordinates. Use this for trips that move between different nations. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Find carpool rides from Paris to Lyon next Friday for 2 people ``` **Response:** ``` I've found 3 carpool options for your trip from Paris to Lyon next Friday: * **Driver: Marc** | 4.9 stars | €35 | 08:00 AM * **Driver: Sophie** | 4.7 stars | €40 | 09:30 AM * **Driver: Jean** | 5.0 stars | €38 | 10:00 AM *Note: All rides have 2 seats available.* ``` **Prompt:** ``` What's the cheapest day to travel from São Paulo to Rio next week? ``` **Response:** ``` I scanned the prices for next week. Here's the breakdown: | Date | Price | Availability | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Tuesday | €45 | 4 seats | | **Wednesday** | **€38** | 2 seats | | Thursday | €42 | 6 seats | Wednesday is your cheapest option. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me both carpool and bus options from Madrid to Barcelona this weekend ``` **Response:** ``` Here are the best ways to get from Madrid to Barcelona this weekend: **Carpools:** * Marc (4.8★) - €45 - Departs 11:00 AM * Elena (4.9★) - €50 - Departs 02:00 PM **Bus Trips:** * BlaBlaCar Bus - €30 - Departs 08:00 AM (Fixed Route) * BlaBlaCar Bus - €32 - Departs 14:00 PM (Fixed Route) ``` ## Capabilities ### Search carpool rides Find shared rides between any two cities or specific GPS coordinates. ### Compare trip prices See costs across multiple drivers and different departure times in one view. ### Verify driver credibility Check ratings, verification status, and vehicle details before you book. ### Find bus routes Search professional bus trips for longer distances when carpools are limited. ### Scan flexible dates Identify the cheapest travel days across a range of dates. ### Book international travel Find rides that cross national borders using country codes and coordinates. ### Search by radius Find pickup options within a specific distance from your location. ### Get specific trip details View exact pickup locations and vehicle comfort information for a specific ride. ## Use Cases ### The Budget Student A student needs to get from Paris to Lyon. They ask the agent for the cheapest ride next Friday, and it pulls all carpool options instantly. ### The Cross-Border Nomad A traveler is moving between France and Germany. They use the agent to find international rides with specific country codes to cross the border. ### The Flexible Planner Someone doesn't care about the exact day. They ask for the cheapest day to travel from São Paulo to Rio next week to see the best price drop. ### The Safety-Conscious Rider A rider wants to know who they are riding with. They ask the agent to pull up the driver's rating and vehicle details before booking. ## Benefits - Stop switching tabs by seeing all carpool options for a city in one single list. - Save more money by automatically comparing prices across a range of different travel dates. - Book with more confidence by checking driver ratings and vehicle details before you commit. - Access more variety by pulling in professional bus routes for long-distance travel. - Find rides in remote areas by searching for trips within a specific radius of your home. - Simplify international travel by finding rides that cross national borders with ease. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a personalized travel itinerary without the manual research. 1. Get your BlaBlaCar API key from the developer portal. 2. Connect the Connector to your AI client and provide your travel destination. 3. Get a ranked list of carpool and bus options ready for booking. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How can I use the BlaBlaCar MCP to find cheap rides?** You can ask your AI agent to search for carpools between cities and compare prices. It will scan the network for the lowest fares and show you a ranked list of options. **Can the BlaBlaCar MCP help me find bus trips too?** Yes, it can search for professional bus routes. This is especially useful for long-distance travel where carpooling options might be limited. **How do I check if a driver is safe with the BlaBlaCar MCP?** Your agent can pull up a driver's profile for you. This includes their overall rating, verification status, and reviews from previous passengers. **Can I search for rides across different countries using BlaBlaCar MCP?** Yes, it supports international rides. Just provide the country codes and coordinates, and your agent will find rides that cross national borders. **How does the BlaBlaCar MCP help with flexible travel dates?** It can scan a range of dates around your target trip. This helps you identify the cheapest days to travel and ensures you don't miss out on better deals. **Can I find rides near my current location with BlaBlaCar MCP?** Yes, you can search within a specific radius of your current coordinates. This is perfect for finding rides when you have some flexibility on your pickup point. **Can I book rides directly through this Connector?** This Connector provides search, comparison, and driver verification tools. Booking requires redirecting to the BlaBlaCar website or app via the trip link returned in search results. The agent can find the perfect ride, but final booking happens on BlaBlaCar's platform for security. **Does this work for international trips between countries?** Yes! BlaBlaCar operates across 22 countries including France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, India, and more. The search_international_trips tool lets you filter by country codes for cross-border rides. Perfect for Europe where BlaBlaCar has extensive international networks. **How do I get a BlaBlaCar API key?** BlaBlaCar provides API access through partnerships. Contact BlaBlaCar's developer relations team or check if you have access through aggregator services like TripGo. For testing, you can explore public API documentation and request access via their developer portal. **Can I book rides directly through this MCP server?** This MCP server provides search, comparison, and driver verification tools. Booking requires redirecting to the BlaBlaCar website or app via the trip link returned in search results. The agent can find the perfect ride, but final booking happens on BlaBlaCar's platform for security.