How to Use the Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) MCP in Claude

Get Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) location data directly inside Claude Desktop. Plan routes and geocode addresses without leaving the chat.

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Connect Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) MCP to Claude Desktop

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Setup Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) with Claude Desktop

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Route planning in Claude Desktop

Use `get_directions` to calculate exact paths between coordinates for your next trip. It handles driving, walking, and cycling modes so you get the right travel time for your specific needs. Run `get_distance_matrix` to compare travel times across multiple stops. This MCP Server helps you visualize the logistics before you ever write a line of code.

Geospatial search with Claude Desktop

Trigger `search_places` to find businesses, addresses, or specific POIs. It returns raw data that you can immediately refine with `reverse_geocode` to confirm exact locations. This workflow clears up ambiguity when you have coordinates but need a human-readable address. It is the fastest way to verify location data during a conversation.

Advanced trip optimization in Claude Desktop

Solve complex delivery routes using `solve_optimization`. It calculates the most efficient order for multiple stops, saving you hours of manual planning. Pair this with `generate_static_map` to see the route visually. It turns a list of coordinates into a clear, actionable map image right inside your chat window.

Setup guide

Set up Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) MCP configuration

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

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under mapbox-maps-geospatial-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mapbox-maps-geospatial-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your Claude Desktop settings and select the developer configuration file. Add this MCP Server entry under your existing configuration block, save the file, and restart the application.

Yes, it functions natively. Once configured, you can ask Claude to calculate routes between specific points, and it will execute the tool call automatically to fetch the data.

You can use the reverse geocoding tool to turn raw latitude and longitude into physical addresses. It is a reliable way to check locations without manual lookup.

Your coordinate data stays local to your machine until the tool sends a request to the API. We only transmit the specific points required to fulfill your routing or geocoding query.

Claude Desktop will report the specific error message returned by the server. You can check the logs in your developer console to see exactly which coordinate or parameter failed.

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