How to Use the MTA MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I pipe MTA transit data using Claude Code?

Instruct Claude Code to run getsubwayfeed and format the output as JSON. From there, you pipe the results into jq or write them directly to a local log file.

Q: How do I automate MTA service alert checks in Claude Code?

Write a shell script that uses Claude Code to query getservicealerts. It parses the active alerts and triggers terminal notifications if there are delays on your specified lines.

Q: How do I find subway station coordinates using Claude Code?

Query getstations with this MCP Server to get names, complex IDs, and geographic coordinates for any subway station. The terminal agent returns the clean coordinates instantly.

Pipe live MTA transit data directly into your terminal scripts using Claude Code for headless NYC subway and bus monitoring.

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Query Live Transit Data from the CLI

`get_subway_feed` outputs raw, real-time subway arrival and delay status directly to your terminal. Claude Code lets you run quick queries to check the status of specific lines and pipe the JSON output directly into other command-line utilities. Check the status of the entire subway network without opening a browser. This MCP Server gives you direct access to live transit coordinates from any SSH session or terminal window.

Automate Terminal Bus Tracking with Claude Code

`get_bus_predictions` delivers instant arrival estimates for any NYC bus stop. The CLI tool queries this tool, filters the results by route, and outputs clean text that you can parse with grep or awk in your shell scripts. If you need to monitor active bus fleets, `get_bus_vehicles` provides real-time GPS coordinates. Running cron jobs allows you to log this data, helping you track fleet performance over time.

Monitor Commuter Rail and Service Alerts

`get_service_alerts` retrieves current system disruptions, maintenance schedules, and alternative route recommendations. Terminal scripts parse these alerts to help you build automated bash scripts that notify your team when major lines go down. Query `get_lirr_feed` and `get_metro_north_feed` to check commuter rail statuses. Your terminal agent handles the API requests in the background, outputting structured data that fits perfectly into your terminal-based workflows.

Setup guide

Set up MTA 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 mta-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

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

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http mta-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 MTA 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": {
    "mta-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about MTA MCP in Claude Code

Instruct Claude Code to run `get_subway_feed` and format the output as JSON. From there, you pipe the results into jq or write them directly to a local log file.

Write a shell script that uses Claude Code to query `get_service_alerts`. It parses the active alerts and triggers terminal notifications if there are delays on your specified lines.

Authentication is managed entirely by Vinkius for this MCP Server. Once you add the server to your Claude Code config file, the agent uses a secure token to call all transit tools.

Query `get_stations` with this MCP Server to get names, complex IDs, and geographic coordinates for any subway station. The terminal agent returns the clean coordinates instantly.

No, Vinkius processes your transit requests inside this MCP Server sandbox. Your MTA search parameters, station queries, and coordinates are never written to persistent logs or stored on external servers.

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