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Connect MapQuest 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. Turn your AI agent into a precise mapping and routing expert.

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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.

A futuristic MCP client docking bay
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 · 5 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 02

01-03

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 5 available through MapQuest.

  1. 01

    Reverse geocode

    This capability converts GPS coordinates into a standard, readable street address.

  2. 02

    Geocode address

    Use this to turn any street address into specific latitude and longitude coordinates.

  3. 03

    Get directions

    This capability provides turn-by-turn routing for driving, walking, or cycling between two points.

Capability set02 / 02

04-05

2 capabilities in this set.

Part of 5 available through MapQuest.

  1. 04

    Get static map URL

    This generates a direct URL to a static map image centered on your chosen location.

  2. 05

    Search points of interest

    This capability finds specific businesses or landmarks, like gas stations or restaurants, near a location.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Route Optimization

An agent calculates the distance and time between multiple stops for a delivery run.

02

Location Verification

A user provides coordinates and the agent returns the exact street address.

03

Business Discovery

A researcher asks for all parks or restaurants within a specific radius of a city center.

04

Visualizing Data

An agent generates a static map URL to accompany a location description.

Automate a task

Put MapQuest 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

MapQuest 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 MapQuest 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.

MapQuest is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1156ms
Oct 3Today
Fastest day
693ms
Slowest day
1156ms
14-day trend
Stable+4%

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

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

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work MapQuest owners hand off.

This MCP is built for anyone needing to bridge the gap between text instructions and physical locations.

  • 01

    Travelers

    Use the agent to plan trips and get real-time directions.

  • 02

    Logistics Managers

    Hand off routing calculations and coordinate lookups to the agent.

  • 03

    Local Researchers

    Use the agent to find and catalog businesses or services in specific regions.

FAQ

Questions MapQuest owners ask.

  • 01

    What do I need to use this MCP?

    You will need a MapQuest Consumer Key, which you can get from the MapQuest Developer Network.

  • 02

    Which AI clients can use this?

    This MCP works with any compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

  • 03

    Can it provide walking directions?

    Yes, the get_directions capability supports driving, walking, and cycling routes.

  • 04

    How does it handle addresses?

    It uses geocoding to turn addresses into coordinates and reverse geocoding to turn coordinates into addresses.

  • 05

    Does it provide images?

    Yes, it can generate URLs for static map images centered on any location you specify.

  • 06

    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.

  • 07

    Does it support international addresses?

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

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