How to Use the Lyko MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the Lyko MCP Server to Claude Code?

Run the command claude mcp add --transport http lyko -- in your terminal, making sure all transport flags are positioned before the server name. Use claude mcp list to confirm that the MCP is active and registered.

Q: Does Claude Code support real-time transit alerts via Lyko?

It does. By querying getnetworkstatus, the agent pulls live service disruptions and delay alerts from regional European operators, allowing you to check transit conditions before running scripts or starting a commute.

Q: How do I find lines and route sequences using the terminal?

The agent uses getlineinfo and getlineroutes to retrieve stop sequences, service hours, and route variations. This data can be output directly to your terminal or saved as a local reference file.

Query European transit databases and book trips straight from your terminal using the Lyko MCP Server with Claude Code.

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Run terminal-based transit queries with Claude Code

Turn your terminal into a powerful transit console. This MCP Server lets your CLI agent call `plan_trip` to map out routes across Europe using trains, buses, and subways. You get clean, structured terminal outputs detailing transfer times and fares without leaving your shell. If you need to monitor a local commute, the agent runs `get_departures` or `get_arrivals` to spit out live station boards. It pipes real-time ETAs and platform changes directly into your terminal workspace or active script.

Automate transit data pipelines in CI/CD

Headless execution makes this setup perfect for cron jobs and automation scripts. Claude Code can use `get_transit_feed` to check for fresh GTFS schedule updates from over 300 European operators. It verifies data freshness and downloads the raw feeds automatically. To keep your local databases accurate, the agent calls `get_operators` to audit active transit networks. It writes the output to a JSON file, commits the changes, and pushes them to your repository as part of a scheduled pipeline.

Quick stop discovery and network status checks

Searching for transit hubs from the command line is incredibly fast. The agent triggers `search_stops` and `get_nearby_stops` using coordinate inputs or text queries. It displays stop names, served lines, and accessibility features instantly. When regional transit networks experience delays, the agent calls `get_network_status` to list active closures or strike notifications. You get a direct, unfiltered view of transit disruptions across France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.

Setup guide

Set up Lyko MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see lyko-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Lyko transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Lyko tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http lyko-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Lyko MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "lyko-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Lyko MCP in Claude Code

Run the command `claude mcp add --transport http lyko -- ` in your terminal, making sure all transport flags are positioned before the server name. Use `claude mcp list` to confirm that the MCP is active and registered.

Yes, you can script terminal commands to book trips. The agent calls `book_trip` to process train, bus, or bike-sharing reservations, returning confirmation codes and ticket details directly to your shell.

It does. By querying `get_network_status`, the agent pulls live service disruptions and delay alerts from regional European operators, allowing you to check transit conditions before running scripts or starting a commute.

The agent uses `get_line_info` and `get_line_routes` to retrieve stop sequences, service hours, and route variations. This data can be output directly to your terminal or saved as a local reference file.

Your search queries, station names, and route history are processed entirely in memory within an ephemeral V8 sandbox. Vinkius enforces a zero-trust model, meaning your geographic inputs are discarded immediately after the transit API returns the route options.

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