A gateway city is a major urban area that serves as a hub for transportation and acts as an entry point or exit point to a region or country.
Related terms
Transportation hub: A transportation hub is a central location where different modes of transportation, such as airports, train stations, and bus terminals, converge.
Transit city: A transit city refers to an urban area that serves as a stopover or transfer point for travelers going from one place to another.
Port city: A port city is a gateway located near water bodies like oceans or rivers, facilitating trade and transportation through its ports.