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Connect Lyft 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. Book trips and track drivers without opening the Lyft app.

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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 · 9 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 03

01-03

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 9 available through Lyft.

  1. 01

    Get eta estimate

    Checks how long it will take for a ride to arrive. This helps you decide which vehicle type will get you there fastest.

  2. 02

    Get ride details

    Provides specific information about a single ride. Use this to track an active trip or look up details from a recent one.

  3. 03

    Get ride types

    Lists the specific Lyft services available at your current location. Use this to see if XL or Lux options are available before booking.

Capability set02 / 03

04-06

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 9 available through Lyft.

  1. 04

    Get cost estimate

    Calculates the price for a trip between two points. Use this to compare costs across different Lyft ride types before you commit.

  2. 05

    Get locations

    Retrieves your saved Lyft locations. Use this to quickly reference addresses like Home or Work without typing them out every time.

  3. 06

    Get ride history

    Accesses your past Lyft trips. This is the best way to review previous routes, driver info, or total spending for expense reporting.

Capability set03 / 03

07-09

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 9 available through Lyft.

  1. 07

    Request ride

    Books a ride using your specified coordinates and ride type. This executes the actual booking once you've picked your preferred option.

  2. 08

    Set location

    Saves or updates a favorite location in your Lyft account. Use this to manage your frequent pickup and dropoff spots.

  3. 09

    Cancel ride

    Cancels an active ride request. This is useful if your plans change and you need to stop a driver before they arrive.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Airport Transfers

Ask your agent to estimate a ride from your hotel to the airport and book it once you're ready.

02

Business Expense Tracking

Have your agent pull your ride history to summarize recent travel costs.

03

Quick Commuting

Use saved locations like 'Work' to book a ride without typing out long addresses.

04

Schedule Adjustments

Tell your agent to cancel a ride if your meeting runs long or changes location.

Automate a task

Put Lyft 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

Lyft 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 Lyft 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

895ms average. Fast in production.

Lyft is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1199ms
Oct 3Today
Fastest day
724ms
Slowest day
1199ms
14-day trend
Slowing+24%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 9 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 Lyft, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

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

Lyft Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_sMEmYUrcZRRMCtwgrR2VuDiQoJ4YsHgRHDuiZdn5/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 — Lyft capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "lyft-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_sMEmYUrcZRRMCtwgrR2VuDiQoJ4YsHgRHDuiZdn5/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 Lyft in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work Lyft owners hand off.

This MCP is built for people who rely on ride-sharing for their daily movement and want to offload the logistics to an agent.

  • 01

    Executive Assistants

    Hand off ride booking and trip tracking to an agent to manage schedules.

  • 02

    Frequent Travelers

    Use an agent to quickly estimate costs and book rides at new airports.

  • 03

    Corporate Teams

    Automate transportation logistics and expense gathering for business trips.

FAQ

Questions Lyft owners ask.

  • 01

    How do I connect my Lyft account?

    You need to provide a Client ID and Secret from the Lyft Developer Portal. Vinkius handles the OAuth and token management for you.

  • 02

    Can I book a ride using only text commands?

    Yes. Once connected, you can tell your AI agent to request a ride by providing the destination and ride type.

  • 03

    Will I be charged fees for canceling a ride through the agent?

    Cancellation fees depend on Lyft's specific policies and the status of your ride. The agent can trigger the cancellation, but Lyft's standard rules apply.

  • 04

    Which AI clients can use this Lyft MCP?

    Any MCP-compatible client works, including Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.

  • 05

    Can I see how much a ride will cost before I book it?

    Yes. You can ask your agent to get a cost estimate for different ride types between two locations.

  • 06

    Can I actually book rides through this MCP server?

    Yes! Unlike some ride-sharing MCPs that only provide estimates, this server can create actual ride requests via the Lyft API. You can book rides, check status, track driver details, and even cancel. all through AI agent commands. A valid Lyft account with payment method on file is required.

  • 07

    What Lyft API permissions do I need?

    You need Client ID and Client Secret from the Lyft Developer Portal with 'Public' or 'Full' access scopes. The client credentials flow (2-legged OAuth) provides access to ride types, cost estimates, ETA estimates, ride requests, and history. For user-specific data, additional scope approval may be needed.

  • 08

    Does this work in all cities where Lyft operates?

    Yes, this MCP server works in all cities served by Lyft, primarily across the United States and select Canadian cities. Ride availability depends on your local Lyft service area. The API will return accurate ride types, pricing, and ETAs for any location where Lyft operates.

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