Mapbox Connector for AI agents.
8 live capabilities
Get precise navigation data and geocoding for location-based apps.
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Why people use Mapbox
Mapbox for solving complex logistics and routing problems
With this Connector, your agent handles the math. You can ask it to organize a full day of stops, and it uses the distance matrix to provide the most efficient sequence. You get a finished plan instead of a spreadsheet of raw numbers.
What Vinkius changes
That you get a full spatial engine that lets your agent understand and interact with the physical world.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Delivery Route Optimization
A logistics lead asks the agent to find the fastest route for 10 stops, and it uses get_distance_matrix to provide the best order.
- Real-world use case 02
Real Estate Mapping
A realtor asks to show all available properties within 20 minutes of a specific zip code, using get_isochrone.
- Real-world use case 03
Hiking Trip Planning
A traveler asks for the elevation profile of a trail, and the agent uses get_elevation to summarize the difficulty.
Complete set · 8capabilities
The complete Mapbox capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Mapbox.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through Mapbox.
- 01 Capability
Geocode
Geocode converts a place name into coordinates and structured address components. This helps you find exact locations for routing.
- 02 Capability
Get directions
Get_directions provides step-by-step instructions and travel times for driving, walking, or cycling. It is great for planning specific trips.
- 03 Capability
Get distance matrix
Get_distance_matrix calculates travel durations and distances between multiple source and destination pairs. Use this for complex logistics.
- 04 Capability
Reverse geocode
Reverse_geocode turns GPS coordinates back into a human-readable street address or city name. It is the best way to identify a location from a pin.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through Mapbox.
- 05 Capability
Search nearby
Search_nearby finds nearby places like restaurants or gas stations based on a category and location. Use this to discover local points of interest.
- 06 Capability
Get elevation
Get_elevation returns the height of a specific coordinate for geographic research or hiking. It gives you the vertical data for any spot.
- 07 Capability
Get isochrone
Get_isochrone generates a polygon showing the area reachable within a set time or distance. This is perfect for defining service areas.
- 08 Capability
Get static map
Get_static_map creates a direct link for a map based on your desired zoom and dimensions. You can use these links directly in your UI.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Mapbox to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Mapbox from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Mapbox, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Mapbox for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Mapbox URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Mapbox in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapbox": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Mapbox
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Mapbox, help me...". 8 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapbox": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Mapbox
Ask Copilot: "Using Mapbox, help me...". 8 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapbox": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Mapbox
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Mapbox, help me...". 8 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapbox": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Mapbox
Ask Cline: "Using Mapbox, help me...". 8 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add mapbox --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_znXoExoBtQ0oul4gKnIo9Zrl1E5NxISlrMn5Yhah/mcp" - Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Mapbox
Ask Claude: "Using Mapbox, show me...". 8 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Mapbox can move forward.
This is for the logistics manager trying to optimize a fleet of 50 trucks or the developer who needs to build a location-based app without building a map engine from scratch.
Logistics Coordinator
Planning multi-stop delivery routes and analyzing travel windows using the distance matrix.
Full-stack Developer
Integrating map visuals and geocoding into a customer-facing web application.
Travel Planner
Automating the discovery of nearby sights and calculating travel times between vacation spots.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.
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LocationIQ (Geocoding & Maps)
Build with location data via LocationIQ. geocode addresses, calculate routes, and perform reverse lookups.
TomTom
Access global mapping, geocoding, and routing services. Search for addresses, calculate optimal routes, and retrieve map tiles directly through AI.
MapQuest
Mapping and location services via MapQuest. geocoding, directions, and POI search.
Jawg Maps (Location & Routing)
Build with location data via Jawg Maps. search places, calculate routes, compute distance matrices, and get elevation data.
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Before you connect
Questions about Mapbox.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Mapbox MCP find addresses for me?
Yes, it can convert human-readable place names or street addresses into precise coordinates and structured data.
How does Mapbox MCP help with delivery routes?
It uses a distance matrix to calculate travel times and distances between multiple points, helping you find the most efficient route.
Can I use Mapbox MCP to see how far I can drive in 10 minutes?
Yes, the isochrone capability allows your agent to show you the reachable area within a specific time or distance.
Does Mapbox MCP provide images of maps?
It can generate direct links to static map images based on your specific zoom levels and dimensions.
Can Mapbox MCP find nearby gas stations?
Yes, your agent can search for specific categories like gas stations, hotels, or restaurants near any given location.
Is Mapbox MCP good for hiking?
It is excellent for hiking because it can provide elevation data for specific coordinates to help you plan your route.
How do I get a Mapbox Access Token?
Sign up for a free account at account.mapbox.com, go to Access Tokens and create a new token. Copy the token. it starts with pk..
Can I get driving directions?
Yes! Use get_directions with coordinates and the 'driving' profile. Returns route distance, duration, step-by-step instructions and geometry. Also supports 'walking' and 'cycling' profiles.
What are isochrones used for?
Isochrones show the area reachable within a specific time or distance from a location. Useful for delivery zones, commute analysis, real estate proximity and accessibility planning.
Can I calculate distances between multiple locations?
Yes! Use get_distance_matrix with multiple coordinate pairs. Returns a matrix of durations (seconds) and distances (meters) between all source-destination pairs. Supports driving, walking and cycling profiles.
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