How to Use the TransportAPI Alternative MCP in Cursor

Q: How does TransportAPI Alternative integrate into Cursor?

You configure the server in .cursor/mcp.json. When you enable Agent mode, the AI recognizes and uses these tools as live context while writing code. It runs planpublictransportjourney and writes the resulting data structure right into your file.

Q: What if I need to find a bus stop location?

Use getnearbybusstops. Just pass the GPS coordinates, and the agent returns an array of nearby stops. You can then write code that iterates over this data set to build out your application's map layer.

Q: Can I get train timetable data in Cursor?

Yes. The tool gettrainstationtimetable allows the agent to fetch structured, scheduled timetables for any given station. This data is then available for your code to process and display.

Q: Does TransportAPI Alternative handle ticket pricing in Cursor?

It does via gettrainfares. The agent uses this tool when writing logic that requires comparing the cost of travel between two different stations, ensuring your code works with current market data.

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Inject live journey planning data.

Writing a function that needs to calculate travel time? Use `plan_public_transport_journey` via the agent. The AI calls this tool, gets real-world results (times and changes), and injects them directly into your code block. No mock stubs needed. This is perfect for building APIs that depend on external, live transit data without having to manage API keys or manual fetching logic.

Fetch real-time departure arrays.

Need a function that reads the next 10 departures? The agent mode can call `get_live_train_departures` and feed an array of live departure objects into your script. You'll get destinations, times, and operators for major UK stations. Similarly, you can use `get_live_bus_departures` to populate a bus schedule widget in your code with current data.

Build fare comparison tools.

When writing travel booking logic, the agent handles pricing calls. Calling `get_train_fares` lets you build comparison features that pull actual ticket costs between two stations. You can also get general location data by calling `get_nearby_transport_places`, letting your code dynamically populate maps or dropdowns with nearby points of interest.

Setup guide

Set up TransportAPI Alternative MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the TransportAPI Alternative MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent TransportAPI Alternative transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the TransportAPI Alternative tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about TransportAPI Alternative MCP in Cursor

You configure the server in `.cursor/mcp.json`. When you enable Agent mode, the AI recognizes and uses these tools as live context while writing code. It runs `plan_public_transport_journey` and writes the resulting data structure right into your file.

Use `get_nearby_bus_stops`. Just pass the GPS coordinates, and the agent returns an array of nearby stops. You can then write code that iterates over this data set to build out your application's map layer.

Yes. The tool `get_train_station_timetable` allows the agent to fetch structured, scheduled timetables for any given station. This data is then available for your code to process and display.

It does via `get_train_fares`. The agent uses this tool when writing logic that requires comparing the cost of travel between two different stations, ensuring your code works with current market data.

The server touches geographical coordinates and transport infrastructure metadata. Tools like `get_nearby_transport_places` provide the foundational data needed to pinpoint any type of transit facility near a given set of GPS points.

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