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The MCP server exposes 13 tools. Click any tool for details.

Routing

ToolWhat it does
get_directionsGet driving, walking, or cycling directions between locations. Returns distance, duration, turn-by-turn steps, and terrain analytics.
optimize_stopsFind the fastest order to visit multiple stops. Returns optimised route with distance/time savings.
compare_routesCompare walk vs bike vs drive between the same locations. Side-by-side distance, duration, and terrain difficulty.
find_and_routeFind a place by name and get directions to it in one step. Combines geocoding and routing.
get_isochroneFind everywhere reachable within a time or distance limit from a starting point. Returns a polygon boundary.
get_matrixCalculate travel times and distances between every combination of origins and destinations.
get_elevationGet elevation data for a list of coordinates. Returns heights and summary statistics.
snap_traceClean up a GPS trace and get road surface, class, speed, and terrain details.
search_along_routeFind places along a route ranked by how little detour they add.

Geocoding

ToolWhat it does
geocodeConvert an address or place name to coordinates. Returns lat/lng with confidence score.
reverse_geocodeConvert coordinates to an address. Find what’s at a given lat/lng.
batch_geocodeGeocode up to 1,000 addresses in one call.
search_placesFind places and points of interest near a location.

Example prompts

Once connected, you can ask your AI agent things like:
  • “Get me walking directions from Kings Cross to Tower Bridge”
  • “Should I walk or cycle? Compare both options”
  • “Directions to the nearest train station from here”
  • “Find coffee shops near my hotel”
  • “Are there any petrol stations on my way to Cambridge?”
  • “What’s the elevation profile between these two coordinates?”
  • “How far can I cycle in 15 minutes from Liverpool Street station?”
  • “Find the best order to visit these 8 delivery stops”
  • “Clean up this GPS trace from my bike ride and show me the terrain”
  • “Geocode these 5 addresses and tell me which ones are in London”
The agent will call the appropriate Footstep tool and interpret the results for you.

Rate limits

MCP tool calls use your API key and count against the same rate limits as direct API calls. See the authentication guide for rate limit details.