Free Cuppa for the Driver's 2019 phase was launched in Bathurst on Thursday, and encourages drivers to stop, revive and survive by offering them a free cup of tea at participating outlets.

Ninety-eight businesses across the state are part of the program including cafes in Bathurst, Canowindra, Dubbo, Forbes, Gilgandra, Manildra, Orange, Parkes, Wattle Flat, Wellington and many other locations.

Andrew Cutts, Tablelands Road Safety Officer said the idea began in the Central West nine years ago and has continued to expand.

He said 22 councils have come together to implement the successful and award winning program.

"Cafes and coffee providers will be encouraging visiting drivers (who have travelled at least 100km) to stop, take a break and have a complimentary tea or coffee.

"It encourages drivers to take a break from long distance driving before they have become fatigued and we encourage them to stop for a free cup of tea or coffee, have a stretch, and have a chat with a local and perhaps look around an area they haven't looked at before," he said.

Acting Senior Sergeant Clint Williams, NSW Highway Patrol Unit, Macquarie Cluster, said police were happy to be on board with the project which aimed to reduce road related trauma.

"In highway patrol we've attended many fatigue related fatalities where someone has dropped the ball when it comes to managing their fatigue." He said it was a step forward in getting drivers to take a break.