Wanderlust World Wanderlust World For residents of Quakertown, Pennsylvania, looking for a day trip to the Atlantic, Point Pleasant Beach is the closest New Jersey shore destination. The drive covers approximately 49.5 miles and typically takes about an hour via I-78 East and I-195 East, depending on traffic. Point Pleasant Beach offers a classic boardwalk, amusement rides, and a wide sandy beach—making it a popular summer escape for the Lehigh Valley region.