How to Use the TransportAPI MCP in Claude Code

Q: What input types does TransporAPI Alternative support with Claude Code?

It supports multiple inputs: raw postcodes via gettransportbypostcode, location names, and specific coordinates. Your script can adapt to any of these.

Automate complex travel data processing in CI/CD pipelines with Claude Code.

See Vinkius in Action

Works with every AI agent you already use

…and any MCP-compatible client

MCP Servers — Included with Plan

Connect TransportAPI MCP to Claude Code

Create your Vinkius account to connect TransportAPI to Claude Code — we handle the hosting, security, and runtime updates so you don't have to. No server setup required.

GDPR Included with Plan

Setup TransportAPI with Claude Code

Ask AI about this MCP

ChatGPT

Claude

Perplexity Vinkius runs on Gemini

Gemini

Grok

Batch process journey itineraries

Need to run a massive report? Write a shell script that iterates through hundreds of postcodes. For each, the agent calls `get_transport_by_postcode` and then executes `plan_public_transport_journey`, piping the full itinerary data into a CSV file for analysis.

Monitor train service uptime

Set up a cron job that runs every hour. This script checks critical services by calling `get_train_service_details` and outputs a clear status code to stdout if the calling pattern deviates from expected standards.

Schedule timetable dumps

Use Claude Code in a CI/CD pipeline to pull scheduled data for multiple stations nightly. You can loop through station codes, executing `get_train_station_timetable` and dumping the raw XML output into version control for historical auditing.

Setup guide

Set up TransportAPI MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see transportapi-alternative-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest TransportAPI transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available TransportAPI tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http transportapi-alternative-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

Get your connection token →

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the TransportAPI MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "transportapi-alternative-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Get your connection token →

Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by TransportAPI. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.

Why Choose Vinkius

Vinkius connects your tools to AI with real-time monitoring and automatic cost savings — all from one dashboard.

Connect TransportAPI now

Real-time monitoring

Live

visibility into every interaction

Connect your favorite tools to your AI and see exactly what's happening — every request, every response, in real time.

Built-in savings

60%

lower AI costs

Vinkius compresses data between your apps and your AI automatically. Lower bills every month — no configuration required.

Single dashboard

One

place for every integration

Every tool your AI connects to, managed from a single screen. One account, complete control.

Common questions about TransportAPI MCP in Claude Code

You write a headless script that loops through your inputs. For every pair, the agent runs `plan_public_transport_journey` and outputs the result directly to standard output, perfect for logging in an action.

Yes. While running headless, you can poll the API endpoint that calls `get_live_bus_departures` and pipe the resulting JSON into another script for immediate processing or alerting.

It supports multiple inputs: raw postcodes via `get_transport_by_postcode`, location names, and specific coordinates. Your script can adapt to any of these.

Absolutely. The toolset is designed for batch data retrieval—fetching fares via `get_train_fares` or schedules via `get_bus_route_timetable` in non-interactive, scripted ways.

This server primarily deals with public transit schedules, real-time departure times, and location identifiers (GPS coordinates, postcodes). It doesn't handle personal user account credentials.

Use it with your favorite AI tools

Connect this server to Cursor, Claude, VS Code, and more.

OpenAI Agents SDK sdk-python

Google ADK sdk-python

Pydantic AI sdk-python

Vercel AI SDK sdk-typescript