Initially Leyland Atlanteans hired from Ipswich Buses and Daimler Fleetlines from Nottingham City Transport were used, until new Alexander bodied Volvo Citybuses were delivered in 1989.

[2] In November 1990, Boro'line surrendered the route, which consequently passed to London Buses subsidiary Selkent who operated it with Leyland Olympians from Plumstead garage.

[3] Upon retendering in 1993, the route changed operators again to London & Country, which was later purchased by the British Bus group.

[8][9] John Barry, head of network development for London buses, said: "The new 24-hour service on route 188 is another accessible transport connection for late-night travellers in the capital.

London's night bus network has expanded dramatically in recent years with passenger numbers more than doubling since 2000.