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Lyft MCP Server

Name: Lyft
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AI ride management: request rides, estimate costs, and track trips via agents.

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What is the Lyft MCP Server?

The Lyft MCP Server gives AI agents like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor direct access to Lyft via 9 tools. AI ride management: request rides, estimate costs, and track trips via agents. Powered by the Vinkius - no API keys, no infrastructure, connect in under 2 minutes.

Built-in capabilities (9)

cancel_rideget_cost_estimateget_eta_estimateget_locationsget_ride_detailsget_ride_historyget_ride_typesrequest_rideset_location

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Ask your AI agent "Get me a price estimate from JFK Airport to Times Square for a Lyft XL" and get the answer without opening a single dashboard. With 9 tools connected to real Lyft data, your agents reason over live information, cross-reference it with other MCP servers, and deliver insights you would spend hours assembling manually.

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Lyft MCP Server capabilities

9 tools

cancel_ride

Cancellation policies vary based on ride status - cancellations after driver assignment may incur fees. Use this to cancel rides that were booked by mistake or are no longer needed. Cancel an existing Lyft ride request

get_cost_estimate

Prices are in local currency (USD). Use this to compare costs across different Lyft products before booking. Get cost estimate for a Lyft ride between two locations

get_eta_estimate

Use this to compare how quickly different Lyft services can reach you. Lower minutes mean faster pickups. Get estimated arrival times for Lyft at a location

get_locations

Returns location IDs, names, addresses, and coordinates. Use this to quickly reference saved locations for ride requests without typing full addresses. Get saved locations for the Lyft account

get_ride_details

Use this to track your active ride or review past ride details. Get details of a specific Lyft ride

get_ride_history

Returns ride date, status, origin/destination, ride type, driver, and cost. Use this to review past rides, calculate expenses, or find previous trip details. Get ride history for the authenticated Lyft account

get_ride_types

) available at the specified latitude/longitude. Returns ride type IDs, display names, capacity, and descriptions. Use this to see which ride options are available before requesting price or time estimates. Get available Lyft ride types at a location

request_ride

Requires ride type ID (from get_ride_types), origin coordinates, and destination coordinates. Optionally include pickup/dropoff addresses for clarity. Returns the ride ID and status. Use this to book a ride after confirming price and availability. Request a new Lyft ride

set_location

Requires location ID, latitude, and longitude. Optionally include a display name. The location ID can be home, work, or any custom string. Returns the saved location details. Use this to manage your favorite pickup/dropoff spots. Save or update a location for the Lyft account

What the Lyft MCP Server unlocks

What you can do

Connect AI agents to the Lyft platform for complete ride automation:

Get available ride types (Lyft, XL, Lux) at any location
Estimate ride costs across all products before booking
Compare pickup ETAs to choose the fastest option
Request rides directly with origin and destination coordinates
Track active rides with driver info, vehicle details, and real-time status
Cancel rides when plans change
View complete ride history with pricing and route data
Save favorite locations (Home, Work, custom places)

How it works

1. Connect your Lyft account via Client ID and Secret from Lyft Developer Portal
2. Ask your AI agent to estimate rides, book trips, or check history
3. No app navigation needed — natural language commands execute all operations
4. Automatic OAuth — the MCP handles token generation using client credentials flow

Who is this for?

Perfect for frequent travelers, urban commuters, executive assistants, travel coordinators, and corporate teams managing business transportation. Let AI agents handle ride booking, expense tracking via ride history, and location management. Ideal for professionals taking 10+ Lyft rides monthly who want streamlined booking workflows, instant price comparisons, and automated ride tracking.

Frequently asked questions about the Lyft MCP Server

Can I actually book rides through this MCP server?

Yes! Unlike some ride-sharing MCPs that only provide estimates, this server can create actual ride requests via the Lyft API. You can book rides, check status, track driver details, and even cancel — all through AI agent commands. A valid Lyft account with payment method on file is required.

What Lyft API permissions do I need?

You need Client ID and Client Secret from the Lyft Developer Portal with 'Public' or 'Full' access scopes. The client credentials flow (2-legged OAuth) provides access to ride types, cost estimates, ETA estimates, ride requests, and history. For user-specific data, additional scope approval may be needed.

Does this work in all cities where Lyft operates?

Yes, this MCP server works in all cities served by Lyft, primarily across the United States and select Canadian cities. Ride availability depends on your local Lyft service area. The API will return accurate ride types, pricing, and ETAs for any location where Lyft operates.