Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison
MCP Server Tfl vs Tfl
In-depth architectural comparison of the MCP Server Tfl and Tfl MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.
At a Glance & Executive Verdict
MCP Server Tfl
Developer Tools · Local stdio
Quality: 49/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required
Tfl
Developer Tools · Remote HTTP/SSE
Quality: 49/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required
Verdict Summary: Choose MCP Server Tfl if you need specialized Developer Tools tools running via a local process. Choose Tfl if your workspace requires Developer Tools integration with remote web transport. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's
mcpServers manifest.Which MCP Server Should You Choose?
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Choose MCP Server Tfl when:
- You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
- You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
- Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
- Primary tools included: service_status, arrivals, journey.
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Choose Tfl when:
- You need dedicated capabilities in the Developer Tools domain.
- You prefer remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport architecture.
- Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
- Primary tools included: line_status, stop_search, arrivals.
Feature & Specification Comparison
Tools & Capabilities Breakdown
MCP Server Tfl Tools (6)
service_status
Current status and disruptions by mode
arrivals
Live arrivals at a stop by name
journey
Plan a journey between two points
bike_points
List Santander Cycles docking stations
crowding
Live station crowding level by name
fares
Fare information between two named stops
Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations
Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).
MCP Server Tfl Configuration
Tfl Configuration