TripGo MCP Server for Claude Code 9 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add TripGo as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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claude mcp add tripgo --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About TripGo MCP Server
What you can do
Connect AI agents to the TripGo platform for intelligent multimodal journey planning:
Claude Code registers TripGo as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 9 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where TripGo data drives decisions without human intervention.
- Plan trips combining bus, train, subway, tram, ferry, walking, and cycling
- Find nearby transit stops by GPS coordinates with distance and route info
- Search stops by name or address for precise location discovery
- Get real-time departures and arrivals with live delay estimates
- Track vehicle positions on the map with real-time GPS data
- Review route information including all stops and agency details
- Check stop details with accessibility and amenity information
- Access global regions covering major cities worldwide
The TripGo MCP Server exposes 9 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code 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 TripGo to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the TripGo MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using TripGo
Ask Claude: "Using TripGo, show me...". 9 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the TripGo MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with TripGo through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using TripGo tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
TripGo + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the TripGo MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed TripGo tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query TripGo nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe TripGo outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query TripGo status endpoints and alert on anomalies
TripGo MCP Tools for Claude Code (9)
These 9 tools become available when you connect TripGo to Claude Code via MCP:
get_arrivals
Returns route names, origins, scheduled vs estimated arrival times, and delays. Use this to track incoming vehicles. Requires stop ID. Get upcoming arrivals to a transit stop
get_departures
Returns route names, destinations, scheduled vs estimated departure times, and delays. Use this to check when your next ride arrives. Requires stop ID. Get upcoming departures from a transit stop
get_nearby_stops
Returns stop IDs, names, coordinates, routes serving each stop, and distance from search point. Use this to find nearest transit options before planning trips. Find transit stops near a GPS coordinate
get_regions
Each region has an ID, name, and coverage area. Use this first to verify your city is covered before planning trips. Supports major cities across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. List all available transit regions supported by TripGo
get_route_info
Requires route ID. Use this to understand route coverage before planning trips. Get information about a specific transit route
get_stop_details
Requires stop ID from nearby stops or search results. Use this to review stop facilities before waiting there. Get detailed information about a specific transit stop
get_vehicle_positions
Optionally filter by route ID. Use this for real-time tracking of vehicles on the map. Get real-time vehicle positions for transit vehicles
plan_trip
Combines public transport (bus, train, subway, tram, ferry) with walking and cycling. Returns multiple trip options with departure/arrival times, duration, number of transfers, and step-by-step instructions. Optionally specify travel time and preferred transport modes. Plan a multimodal trip between two coordinates
search_stops
g., "Times Square", "Main St & 5th Ave"). Returns matching stops with IDs, names, coordinates, routes, and relevance scores. Use this when you know the stop name or intersection but not exact coordinates. Search for transit stops by name or address
Example Prompts for TripGo in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with TripGo immediately.
"Plan a trip from Central Station to Opera House using only public transit and walking"
"What buses are departing from Stop 12345 in the next 15 minutes?"
"Show me all train and bus vehicles currently running on Route 480"
Troubleshooting TripGo MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting TripGo to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
TripGo + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating TripGo MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect TripGo with your favorite client
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Connect TripGo to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 9 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.