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Connect TransportAPI (Alternative) to ChatGPT and Claude

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. Get live departures and journey plans through natural conversation.

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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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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.

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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 · 12 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 03

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 12 available through TransportAPI.

  1. 01

    Get transport by postcode

    This capability finds transport options using only a UK postcode. It is the best choice when you don't have specific coordinates.

  2. 02

    Get live train departures

    This capability pulls real-time train departure information for a specific UK station. You can use station codes like KGX for King's Cross.

  3. 03

    Get bus route timetable

    This capability retrieves the scheduled timetable for a specific bus route.

  4. 04

    Get bus service

    This capability provides detailed information about a specific bus service route.

Capability set02 / 03

05-08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 12 available through TransportAPI.

  1. 05

    Get live bus departures

    This capability returns live departure times, destinations, and operators for a UK bus stop.

  2. 06

    Get nearby bus stops

    This capability identifies bus stops located near specific GPS coordinates.

  3. 07

    Get nearby transport places

    This capability finds transport hubs and locations near a given GPS location.

  4. 08

    Get train fares

    This capability retrieves ticket prices between two different train stations for price comparisons.

Capability set03 / 03

09-12

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 12 available through TransportAPI.

  1. 09

    Get train service details

    This capability fetches the full calling pattern and stop list for a specific train service.

  2. 10

    Get train station timetable

    This capability provides the scheduled timetable for a specific train station.

  3. 11

    Plan public transport journey

    This capability generates step-by-step public transport routes between two locations, including times and transfers.

  4. 12

    Search transport places

    This capability searches for train stations and bus stops by their name.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Commute Optimization

Check live departures and plan the fastest route to work using your AI client.

02

Urban Mobility Research

Gather real-time transit metadata and service patterns for data analysis.

03

Logistics Management

Monitor service reliability and operator performance across different lines.

04

Travel Planning

Compare train fares and plan multi-leg journeys between UK cities.

Automate a task

Put TransportAPI 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

TransportAPI 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 TransportAPI 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

979ms average. Fast in production.

TransportAPI is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1244ms
Oct 3Today
Fastest day
813ms
Slowest day
1244ms
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. 12 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 TransportAPI, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

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

TransportAPI Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 — TransportAPI capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "transportapi-alternative-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work TransportAPI owners hand off.

This MCP is built for anyone needing to pull live UK transit data into an automated workflow.

  • 01

    Urban Researchers

    They use the agent to monitor transit patterns and pull live metadata.

  • 02

    Logistics Managers

    They hand off service reliability checks and operator performance audits to the AI.

  • 03

    Daily Commuters

    They use natural language to quickly check departures and find the best routes.

FAQ

Questions TransportAPI owners ask.

  • 01

    What AI clients can I use with this MCP?

    You can use this MCP with any compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

  • 02

    Do I need my own TransportAPI credentials?

    Yes, you will need to enter your TransportAPI App ID and API Key to authenticate the connection.

  • 03

    Can I find bus stops using a postcode?

    Yes, the get_transport_by_postcode capability allows your agent to find transport options using a UK postcode.

  • 04

    Does this provide real-time data?

    Yes, the MCP includes capabilities for retrieving live train and bus departures.

  • 05

    Can I compare train ticket prices?

    Yes, you can use the get_train_fares capability to get ticket prices between two stations.

  • 06

    How do I find my TransportAPI credentials?

    Log in to your TransportAPI dashboard, and you will find your App ID and App Key under your 'Account' or 'Apps' section. Copy and paste them below.

  • 07

    Does this cover transport outside of the UK?

    TransportAPI provides high-density data primarily for the UK transport network, including national rail, London Underground, and regional bus services.

  • 08

    Can the agent plan a journey from coordinates?

    Yes. Use the get_journey_plan capability providing coordinates in 'lat,lon' format for the 'from' or 'to' parameters. Your agent will calculate the best public transport route instantly.

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