TransportAPI Connector for AI agents.
12 live capabilities
Get real-time UK public transport data and journey plans.
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Why people use TransportAPI
TransportAPI UK Public Transport Data
This Connector puts that data directly into your chat. Your agent can pull live departures, check fares, and map out full journeys in seconds, giving you a clean summary instead of a dozen open tabs.
What Vinkius changes
Your agent gets a live feed to UK transit data without you having to browse multiple websites.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Mapping city transit gaps
An urban planner asks the agent to find all bus stops within a 1km radius of a new housing development.
- Real-world use case 02
Real-time logistics monitoring
A logistics manager wants to know if a specific train line is delayed.
- Real-world use case 03
Corporate travel price comparison
An admin asks for the cheapest train route between London and Manchester.
Complete set · 12capabilities
The complete TransportAPI capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with TransportAPI.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 12 available through TransportAPI.
- 01 Capability
Get bus route timetable
The get_bus_route_timetable capability pulls the scheduled timetable for a specific bus route. It shows you planned stops and times.
- 02 Capability
Get transport by postcode
The get_transport_by_postcode capability finds transport options using a UK postcode. It's perfect for when you don't have exact GPS coordinates.
- 03 Capability
Get bus service
The get_bus_service capability provides the specific details and route info for a bus service. It's useful for understanding full route coverage.
- 04 Capability
Get live bus departures
The get_live_bus_departures capability returns real-time bus departures for a UK bus stop. It shows live times, destinations, and operators.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 12 available through TransportAPI.
- 05 Capability
Get live train departures
The get_live_train_departures capability retrieves real-time train departures for a UK station. You get live data on upcoming trains and platforms.
- 06 Capability
Get nearby bus stops
The get_nearby_bus_stops capability finds bus stops near a specific GPS location. It's great for identifying local transit access points.
- 07 Capability
Get nearby transport places
The get_nearby_transport_places capability identifies all transport locations near a set of coordinates. It helps map out transit hubs in a specific area.
- 08 Capability
Get train fares
The get_train_fares capability gets the ticket prices between two specific stations. It's great for quick price comparisons between routes.
09—12
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 12 available through TransportAPI.
- 09 Capability
Get train service details
The get_train_service_details capability provides the full calling pattern for a specific train service. It shows every stop a train makes on its route.
- 10 Capability
Get train station timetable
The get_train_station_timetable capability pulls the scheduled timetable for a specific train station. This helps you see the full daily schedule.
- 11 Capability
Plan public transport journey
The plan_public_transport_journey capability creates a step-by-step public transport route between two locations. It includes times, changes, and metadata.
- 12 Capability
Search transport places
The search_transport_places capability searches for train stations and bus stops using a name or keyword. This is the best way to find a specific hub.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask TransportAPI to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use TransportAPI 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_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable TransportAPI for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable TransportAPI in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"transportapi-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using TransportAPI, help me...". 12 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"transportapi-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI
Ask Copilot: "Using TransportAPI, help me...". 12 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"transportapi-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI
Open Cascade and ask: "Using TransportAPI, help me...". 12 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"transportapi-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI
Ask Cline: "Using TransportAPI, help me...". 12 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add transportapi-alternative --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_A7ZQbyLX3oS5tWkOj5ZwRNqG3jsQhrT7Q58iGEXg/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 TransportAPI
Ask Claude: "Using TransportAPI, show me...". 12 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work TransportAPI can move forward.
This is for anyone who deals with the headache of UK transit data, from logistics pros to urban planners who need accurate, real-time information.
Urban Mobility Researcher
Analyzes public transport patterns and retrieves live transit metadata for city planning projects.
Logistics Manager
Verifies service reliability and audits operator performance across different lines for large-scale movements.
Operations Lead
Automates transport data querying to coordinate teams who rely on public transit for daily work.
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Before you connect
Questions about TransportAPI.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can TransportAPI help me plan a trip across the UK?
Yes, it can build a step-by-step itinerary between any two locations, including all the stops and connections you'll need to make.
Does it show live bus times?
It provides real-time departure information for UK bus stops, so you can see exactly when the next bus is arriving.
Can I use it to check train fares?
Yes, you can ask for the current ticket prices between specific stations to help with your travel budgeting.
How do I find transit hubs near a specific address?
If you have a UK postcode, the agent can find all nearby transport options for you.
Is this for planning work commutes?
It's great for that. You can ask it to find the best routes and check the reliability of different bus or train lines.
Can it give me the full schedule for a bus route?
Yes, it can retrieve the entire scheduled timetable for any specific bus route in the UK.
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.
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.
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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