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Connect BlaBlaCar to ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Find the cheapest rides and bus trips using your AI agent.

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Works with modern AI clients that support MCP, including ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and more.

ChatGPTClaudeCursorPerplexityGeminiMicrosoft CopilotRaycastMeta AI

Your AI does the work. We keep it safe and sound.

No other AI tool gives you this. Your workflow runs in the client you already love, your account stays protected, and you decide what the agent can and cannot do. It is the whole reason to make the switch.

Each Connector lives inside our infrastructure, the same place where your workflow runs. The three things below are already part of it, working quietly in the background so you never have to think about them. Nothing to add, nothing to set up, nothing to worry about.

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V8 Isolate01

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed V8 runtime — no access to your files, your system, or other servers. A Connector never sees past its own request.

Kill Switch02

One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

One action deactivates every Connector, revokes every token, and ends every session at once. AI Governance keeps the record.

FinOps per User03

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

Every user keeps their own connections and credentials, isolated from everyone else. Anything that would cross your spending limit is held for your approval, not billed.

Three controls, built into the layer your AI connects through.

Curated set · 8 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 02

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 8 available through BlaBlaCar.

  1. 01

    Search trips with radius

    This capability finds carpool rides within a specific distance of your chosen coordinates. It's great when you don't mind walking or driving a bit further to catch a ride.

  2. 02

    Search trips

    This capability finds rides between two specific GPS coordinates. It returns departure times, prices, and available seats.

  3. 03

    Get driver profile

    This capability retrieves a driver's rating and passenger reviews. Use it to check a driver's credibility before you book.

  4. 04

    Get trip details

    This capability provides full information on a specific trip. It shows you vehicle details, driver info, and the exact pickup location.

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05-08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 8 available through BlaBlaCar.

  1. 05

    Search bus trips

    This capability looks up BlaBlaCar Bus routes. It's useful for long distances or when carpool options are thin.

  2. 06

    Search flexible dates

    This capability finds up to 50 ride options across several days. Use it to find the lowest prices when your schedule isn't set in stone.

  3. 07

    Search international trips

    This capability searches for rides that cross national borders. You'll need to provide the origin and destination country codes.

  4. 08

    Search trips by city

    This capability searches for rides between two cities. It's the easiest way to find trips without needing exact coordinates.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Finding cheap weekend trips

Ask your agent to find the cheapest way to get to a nearby city for a weekend getaway.

02

Planning international travel

Use the agent to find rides that cross borders between neighboring countries.

03

Comparing transport modes

Have your agent compare the price and timing of a carpool versus a bus trip.

04

Verifying ride quality

Ask your agent to check a driver's profile and vehicle details before you book.

Automate a task

Put BlaBlaCar to work on one thing.

Step-by-step automations your AI runs through this Connector: the workflow, the prompts to start with, and the exact capabilities behind each move.

One connector, every AI

BlaBlaCar works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

ClaudeClaudeChatGPTChatGPTGeminiGeminiPerplexityPerplexityGrokGrokMicrosoft CopilotMicrosoft CopilotCursorCursorVS CodeVS CodeWindsurfWindsurfJetBrainsJetBrainsClineClineLangChainLangChainVercel AI SDKVercel AI SDKLovableLovableZ.aiZ.aiRaycastRaycastQwen CodeQwen CodeKimi CodeKimi CodeLe ChatLe Chat

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put BlaBlaCar to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

Observed, not estimated

924ms average. Fast in production.

BlaBlaCar is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1108ms
Oct 3Today
Fastest day
674ms
Slowest day
1108ms
14-day trend
Slowing+20%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 8 capabilities arrive ready to run.

Preview access · not provider authentication

The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of BlaBlaCar, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with BlaBlaCar. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

BlaBlaCar Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_GPftow7lEXE5QrJknagDOfsWcNKK6ut5lwQU3u9i/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — BlaBlaCar capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "blablacar-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_GPftow7lEXE5QrJknagDOfsWcNKK6ut5lwQU3u9i/mcp"
    }
  }
}
  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? Set up BlaBlaCar in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work BlaBlaCar owners hand off.

This MCP is built for people who travel frequently and want to minimize costs through shared transport.

  • 01

    Budget travelers

    They ask the agent to find the lowest price rides across different dates.

  • 02

    Digital nomads

    They use the agent to plan multi-city routes between different regions.

  • 03

    Students

    They rely on the agent to find affordable intercity travel options.

FAQ

Questions BlaBlaCar owners ask.

  • 01

    How do I use this MCP?

    Once connected, you just talk to your AI client. You can ask it to find rides between cities, check bus schedules, or look for the cheapest dates.

  • 02

    Can I search for rides in other countries?

    Yes. The MCP includes a capability specifically for searching international trips between different countries.

  • 03

    What if I don't have an exact pickup location?

    You can use the radius-based search capability. This allows your agent to find rides within a certain distance of your target coordinates.

  • 04

    Does this work for bus travel?

    Yes. The MCP can search for BlaBlaCar Bus trips, which are professional routes operated by bus drivers.

  • 05

    How can I find the cheapest travel day?

    Ask your agent to search using flexible dates. This will return a wider range of results across several days so you can pick the lowest price.

  • 06

    Can I book rides directly through this MCP server?

    This MCP server provides search, comparison, and driver verification capabilities. Booking requires redirecting to the BlaBlaCar website or app via the trip link returned in search results. The agent can find the perfect ride, but final booking happens on BlaBlaCar's platform for security.

  • 07

    Does this work for international trips between countries?

    Yes! BlaBlaCar operates across 22 countries including France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, India, and more. The search_international_trips capability lets you filter by country codes for cross-border rides. Perfect for Europe where BlaBlaCar has extensive international networks.

  • 08

    How do I get a BlaBlaCar API key?

    BlaBlaCar provides API access through partnerships. Contact BlaBlaCar's developer relations team or check if you have access through aggregator services like TripGo. For testing, you can explore public API documentation and request access via their developer portal.

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