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Use MapQuest with your AI.

Connect your account once and let the AI you already use work with it, without building another integration. Mapping and location services via MapQuest. geocoding, directions, and POI search.

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Developed, maintained, and hosted by Vinkius.

MCP VERIFIED · PRODUCTION READY · VINKIUS GUARANTEED

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

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Complete set · 5 capabilities

The complete MapQuest capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with MapQuest.

Capability set01 / 02

01-03

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 5 available through MapQuest.

  1. 01

    Reverse geocode

    Convert geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) into a human-readable address

  2. 02

    Geocode address

    Convert an address into geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude)

  3. 03

    Get directions

    Get driving, walking, or cycling directions between two locations

Capability set02 / 02

04-05

2 capabilities in this set.

Part of 5 available through MapQuest.

  1. 04

    Get static map URL

    Generate a static map image URL for a specific location

  2. 05

    Search points of interest

    Search for specific places (restaurants, gas stations, etc.) around a location

Observed, not estimated

860ms average. Fast in production.

MapQuest is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1096ms
Aug 20Today
Fastest day
675ms
Slowest day
1096ms
14-day trend
Slowing+9%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 5 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 MapQuest, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

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

MapQuest Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 — MapQuest capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mapquest-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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

FAQ

Questions MapQuest owners ask.

  • 01

    Where do I get a MapQuest API Key?

    You can get a free 'Consumer Key' by signing up at the MapQuest Developer Network. The free tier includes a generous amount of monthly transactions.

  • 02

    Does it support international addresses?

    Yes, MapQuest provides global geocoding and routing coverage for most countries worldwide.

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