How do I get a Mapbox Access Token?

Sign up for a free account at [**account.mapbox.com**](https://account.mapbox.com/access-tokens/), go to **Access Tokens** and create a new token. Copy the token — it starts with `pk.`.

Can I get driving directions?

Yes! Use get_directions with coordinates and the 'driving' profile. Returns route distance, duration, step-by-step instructions and geometry. Also supports 'walking' and 'cycling' profiles.

What are isochrones used for?

Isochrones show the area reachable within a specific time or distance from a location. Useful for delivery zones, commute analysis, real estate proximity and accessibility planning.

Mapbox MCP Server for Cursor 8 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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

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About Mapbox MCP Server

Connect to Mapbox and access world-class location services through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Mapbox into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Mapbox and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 8 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Geocoding — Convert addresses, place names and POIs to coordinates and structured addresses
Reverse Geocoding — Convert GPS coordinates to human-readable addresses
Directions — Get driving, walking and cycling routes with step-by-step instructions
Distance Matrix — Calculate travel times and distances between multiple locations
Isochrones — Show areas reachable within a specific time or distance
Elevation — Get elevation data for any coordinates
Static Maps — Generate map image URLs for any location
Nearby Search — Find points of interest near coordinates

The Mapbox MCP Server exposes 8 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor 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 Mapbox to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Mapbox MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Mapbox

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Mapbox, help me...". 8 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Mapbox MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Mapbox through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Mapbox + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Mapbox MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Mapbox MCP Tools for Cursor (8)

These 8 tools become available when you connect Mapbox to Cursor via MCP:

geocode

Returns the place name, coordinates, address components (street, city, state, postal code, country), place type and bounding box. Use this to find coordinates for use with directions, distance matrix and other tools. Convert a place name to coordinates

get_directions

Returns route distance, duration, geometry, step-by-step instructions and maneuver data. Supports driving (mapbox/driving), walking (mapbox/walking) and cycling (mapbox/cycling) profiles. Coordinates are semicolon-separated "longitude,latitude" pairs (e.g. "-77.0365,38.8977;-74.006,40.7128" for DC to NYC). Get driving, walking or cycling directions

get_distance_matrix

Useful for logistics, delivery routing and travel planning. Returns a matrix of durations (seconds) and distances (meters) between all source-destination pairs. Coordinates are semicolon-separated "lon,lat" pairs. Supports driving, walking and cycling profiles. Get travel times between multiple origins and destinations

get_elevation

Useful for hiking, aviation and geographic research. Coordinates are comma-separated "lon,lat" pairs. Get elevation for coordinates

get_isochrone

Returns polygon contours showing the reachable area. Useful for determining service areas, commute ranges and accessibility. Coordinates are "lon,lat". Get reachable area within a time or distance

get_static_map

Returns a direct image URL that can be used in markdown, HTML or downloaded. Supports customizable zoom level and image dimensions. Generate a static map image for a location

reverse_geocode

Returns the nearest address, city, state, country and other location details. Convert coordinates to an address

search_nearby

Returns nearby places with names, addresses, categories, distances and coordinates. Use query to search for specific types of places (e.g. "restaurant", "gas station", "hotel"). Search for places near coordinates

Example Prompts for Mapbox in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Mapbox immediately.

"Geocode '1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC'."

"Get driving directions from San Francisco to Los Angeles."

"Show me the area reachable within 15 minutes driving from Times Square, NYC."

Troubleshooting Mapbox MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Mapbox to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Mapbox + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Mapbox MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.