MapQuest Connector for AI agents.
5 live capabilities
Get precise turn-by-turn directions and geocoding for logistics and travel.
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Why people use MapQuest
MapQuest Geocoding for Logistics and Routing
This Connector removes the middleman. You can tell your agent to process a list of 50 addresses at once. It handles the geocoding and returns the data in a clean format, letting you focus on the actual logistics instead of the data entry.
What Vinkius changes
You get instant access to professional mapping data through natural conversation.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Automating fleet route planning
A logistics manager asks the agent to find the best path for 5 stops.
- Real-world use case 02
Mapping property coordinates
A researcher needs to map 100 store locations.
- Real-world use case 03
Finding nearby travel amenities
A traveler wants to find a coffee shop near a specific hotel.
Complete set · 5capabilities
The complete MapQuest capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with MapQuest.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 5 available through MapQuest.
- 01 Capability
Geocode address
Turn a street address into latitude and longitude. This helps your agent place markers on a map accurately.
- 02 Capability
Get directions
Request turn-by-turn routes for driving, walking, or cycling. It provides distance and time estimates for the trip.
- 03 Capability
Get static map url
Create a link for a visual map image of a specific spot. Use this when you need to see a location rather than just read coordinates.
04—05
2 capabilities in this set.
Part of 5 available through MapQuest.
- 04 Capability
Reverse geocode
Turn raw GPS coordinates into a readable street address. This is perfect for identifying where a specific point is located.
- 05 Capability
Search points of interest
Find nearby landmarks like restaurants or gas stations. It helps your agent discover local amenities based on a specific location.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask MapQuest to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use MapQuest 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_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable MapQuest for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable MapQuest in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapquest": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using MapQuest, help me...". 5 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapquest": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest
Ask Copilot: "Using MapQuest, help me...". 5 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapquest": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest
Open Cascade and ask: "Using MapQuest, help me...". 5 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mapquest": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest
Ask Cline: "Using MapQuest, help me...". 5 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add mapquest --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NACP8Hsfc76ExF0bIRtQxDwkOBXX9JIolwOvGzSh/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 MapQuest
Ask Claude: "Using MapQuest, show me...". 5 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work MapQuest can move forward.
This is for the logistics coordinator who needs to automate fleet routing, the travel planner building complex itineraries, or the researcher mapping out physical locations.
Logistics Coordinator
Automates coordinate lookups and calculates optimal driving routes for multiple delivery stops.
Travel Planner
Builds detailed itineraries by fetching travel times and finding nearby amenities like hotels or cafes.
Real Estate Researcher
Maps out property coordinates and identifies local points of interest for regional market analysis.
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Before you connect
Questions about MapQuest.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can MapQuest MCP help with delivery route planning?
Yes, it provides turn-by-turn directions and travel times for driving, walking, or cycling. This helps you calculate the most efficient paths for deliveries.
How do I get coordinates for a list of addresses?
You can ask your agent to geocode a list of street addresses. It will return the precise latitude and longitude for each one automatically.
Can I find nearby restaurants with MapQuest MCP?
Yes, the capability can search for points of interest like restaurants, gas stations, and parks based on a specific location or coordinate.
Does MapQuest MCP support walking directions?
It does. You can request specific routes for driving, walking, or cycling to get accurate travel estimates for different modes of transport.
Can I get a map image link for a specific place?
Yes, you can ask your agent to generate a static map image URL for any location, which is great for including in reports or emails.
How does MapQuest MCP handle GPS coordinates?
It uses reverse geocoding to turn raw GPS coordinates into human-readable street addresses, which is useful for identifying specific locations from raw data.
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.
Does it support international addresses?
Yes, MapQuest provides global geocoding and routing coverage for most countries worldwide.
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