Lyft MCP Server for Windsurf 9 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Windsurf brings agentic AI coding to a purpose-built IDE. Connect Lyft through Vinkius and Cascade will auto-discover every tool. ask questions, generate code, and act on live data without leaving your editor.
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{
"mcpServers": {
"lyft": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}
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About Lyft MCP Server
What you can do
Connect AI agents to the Lyft platform for complete ride automation:
Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple Lyft tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 9 tools are immediately available. Real-time tool feedback appears inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor.
- 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)
The Lyft MCP Server exposes 9 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Windsurf in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Lyft to Windsurf via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Lyft MCP Server with Windsurf.
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
Start using Lyft
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Lyft, help me...". 9 tools available
Why Use Windsurf with the Lyft MCP Server
Windsurf provides unique advantages when paired with Lyft through the Model Context Protocol.
Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention
Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively
JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 9 tools are immediately available
Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts
Lyft + Windsurf Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Windsurf combined with the Lyft MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated code generation: ask Cascade to fetch data from Lyft and generate models, types, or handlers based on real API responses
Live debugging: query Lyft tools mid-session to inspect production data while debugging without leaving the editor
Documentation generation: pull schema information from Lyft and have Cascade generate comprehensive API docs automatically
Rapid prototyping: combine Lyft data with Cascade's code generation to scaffold entire features in minutes
Lyft MCP Tools for Windsurf (9)
These 9 tools become available when you connect Lyft to Windsurf via MCP:
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
Example Prompts for Lyft in Windsurf
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Windsurf agent to start working with Lyft immediately.
"Get me a price estimate from JFK Airport to Times Square for a Lyft XL"
"Book me a Lyft from my home to San Francisco International Airport"
"Show me my last 20 Lyft rides and total spending"
Troubleshooting Lyft MCP Server with Windsurf
Common issues when connecting Lyft to Windsurf through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Server not connecting
Lyft + Windsurf FAQ
Common questions about integrating Lyft MCP Server with Windsurf.
How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?
mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?
Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?
mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.Connect Lyft with your favorite client
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Connect Lyft to Windsurf
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 9 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.