How do I install the tfl mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `TFL_API_KEY` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Tfl MCP Server

MCP server for the Transport for London (TfL) Unified API — lines, journeys, stop points, arrivals, bike points, and more over stdio

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What is the Tfl MCP Server?

MCP server for the Transport for London (TfL) Unified API — lines, journeys, stop points, arrivals, bike points, and more over stdio

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
Domain	Tools
AccidentStats	accident_stats
AirQuality	air_quality
BikePoint	bike_points_all, bike_point_search, bike_point_by_id
Cabwise	cabwise_search
Journey	journey_plan, journey_modes
Line	14 tools
Mode	mode_active_service_types, mode_arrivals
Occupancy	5 tools
Place	7 tools
Road	8 tools
Search	5 tools
StopPoint	17 tools
Vehicle	3 tools

How to install the Tfl MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tfl": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "bunx",
      "args": [
        "@daanrongen/tfl-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "TFL_API_KEY": "YOUR_TFL_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
TFL_API_KEY	Declared in the maintainer’s client configuration.	Check documentation

Example prompts to try

“Use Tfl MCP to Domain.”
“Use Tfl MCP to AccidentStats.”
“Use Tfl MCP to AirQuality.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for the Transport for London (TfL) Unified API — lines, journeys, stop points, arrivals, bike points, and more over stdio Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.