# TripGo MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> TripGo lets your AI agent plan complex multimodal trips across buses, trains, bikes, and walking. It provides real-time vehicle tracking, live arrival data, and detailed stop information for major cities worldwide. Stop juggling five different apps to navigate your city.

## Overview
- **Category:** travel-hospitality
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_tAd1nfqa2AcOV2TniB2rWyYjuKqY78JxbuUA1AE0/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** transit-planning, multimodal-transport, real-time-tracking, route-optimization, public-transit

## Description

Navigating a city without a car usually means having five different apps open at once. You're checking a subway map, then switching to a bus app, then looking up bike share locations, all while trying to figure out how they connect. It's a mess of copy-pasting times and walking distances. TripGo changes this by letting your AI agent do the heavy lifting. It pulls data from all those sources at once to build a single, coherent journey. You can ask your agent to find the quickest way home, check if your bus is actually running on time, or see exactly where your train is on the map. It handles the work of comparing routes and checking accessibility details so you don't have to. Because Vinkius hosts this Connector, you can plug it into your existing workflow and let your agent do the navigation work for you. It's about getting from A to B with the least amount of friction, whether you're a daily commuter or just exploring a new city.

## Tools

### get_regions
Lists all supported transit regions to verify city coverage. Use this to check if your city is in the database.

### get_arrivals
Retrieves upcoming arrival times and live delays for a specific stop. This helps you track incoming vehicles.

### get_departures
Shows scheduled and estimated departure times from a transit stop. Use this to see when your next ride arrives.

### get_nearby_stops
Finds nearby transit stops and their distance from your GPS coordinates. Use this to find local options quickly.

### get_route_info
Provides detailed information about a specific transit route. Use this to understand line coverage before planning.

### get_stop_details
Returns facility details and accessibility info for a specific stop. Use this to check station amenities.

### get_vehicle_positions
Shows real-time GPS coordinates for transit vehicles on a map. This is useful for live tracking of your ride.

### plan_trip
Creates a multimodal trip with step-by-step instructions and travel times. It combines several transport modes into one plan.

### search_stops
Searches for transit stops using a name or street address. Use this when you know the location but not the coordinates.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
How do I get to the museum from here using only buses and walking?
```

**Response:** 
```
I'll find the best multimodal route for you. Here's the plan:

| Step | Action | Duration | 
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| 1 | Walk to Blue Line stop | 5 mins |
| 2 | Take Bus toward Center | 12 mins |
| 3 | Walk to Museum | 3 mins |

**Total estimated time:** 20 minutes.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Is the 402 bus running late?
```

**Response:** 
```
I've checked the live status for the 402 route. It's currently running about **4 minutes behind schedule** due to heavy traffic. The next bus is expected at 2:15 PM.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Show me the nearest train stations.
```

**Response:** 
```
I found 3 stations within 500 meters of your location:

* **Central Station** (200m)
* **North Gate** (450m)
* **East Side Hub** (480m)
```

## Capabilities

### Plan multimodal journeys
Combine buses, trains, bikes, and walking into a single itinerary.

### Track live vehicle locations
See exactly where your ride is on a real-time map.

### Get live arrival updates
Check real-time delays and scheduled times for any stop.

### Find nearby transit hubs
Locate the closest stations based on your current GPS coordinates.

### Search for specific stops
Find a station by its name or a street address.

### View route details
Get full information on specific transit lines and their coverage.

### Check stop amenities
See if a station has specific features like accessibility or seating.

## Use Cases

### The 'I'm running late' scenario
A commuter asks their agent what the next bus is and if it's delayed. The agent uses get_departures to give an instant update.

### The 'Exploring a new city' scenario
A tourist wants to see a landmark using only ferries and trams. The agent uses plan_trip to build a multimodal route.

### The 'Where is my train?' scenario
A rider wants to see if the train is actually coming. The agent uses get_vehicle_positions to show the live location on a map.

### The 'Accessible commute' scenario
A user needs to know if a stop has an elevator. The agent uses get_stop_details to check the facilities before they leave.

## Benefits

- Stop switching apps because plan_trip combines buses, trains, and walking into one itinerary.
- Get accurate timing with get_arrivals and get_departures which provide live delay estimates.
- See exactly where your ride is by using get_vehicle_positions for real-time map tracking.
- Find the best nearby options quickly using get_nearby_stops based on your current location.
- Plan accessible routes easily by checking get_stop_details for specific amenities and facilities.
- Save time on research by using get_regions to quickly verify if a city has supported transit data.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get a single point of contact for all your city transit needs.

1. Get your API key from the TripGo developer portal.
2. Connect the Connector to your preferred AI client through Vinkius.
3. Ask your agent to plan a route or track a vehicle in plain English.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Can TripGo help me plan a trip using multiple types of transport?**
Yes, TripGo lets your agent combine buses, trains, trams, ferries, walking, and cycling into a single multimodal itinerary.

**Does TripGo show live bus and train locations?**
Yes, it provides real-time GPS data so your agent can show you exactly where vehicles are on a map.

**Can I use TripGo to find the nearest transit stop?**
You can ask your agent to find the closest stations based on your current GPS coordinates or a specific address.

**Does TripGo work for international travel?**
Yes, it covers major cities across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

**Can TripGo tell me if a station is wheelchair accessible?**
Yes, it provides specific details about stop facilities and accessibility features.

**How does TripGo handle traffic delays?**
It pulls live arrival and departure data, so your agent can give you updated estimates based on current conditions.

**Which cities does TripGo cover?**
TripGo covers major cities worldwide including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland, Portland, and many more regions. Use the get_regions tool to see the complete list of supported areas. Coverage includes bus, train, tram, ferry, and bike share networks.

**Does TripGo provide real-time transit data?**
Yes! TripGo integrates real-time GTFS-RT feeds where available. The get_departures and get_arrivals tools return both scheduled and estimated real-time arrivals with delay information. Vehicle positions also provide live GPS coordinates when transit agencies broadcast them.

**Can I plan bike-friendly multimodal routes?**
Absolutely! Use the plan_trip tool with modes including 'bike' or 'bicycle' to find routes that combine cycling with public transit. TripGo will suggest bike-friendly paths, bike share stations, and transit connections that accommodate bicycles. Perfect for eco-conscious commuters.