Cheapest Cremation in Lexington, KY (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Lexington starts at $800 from Kentucky Mortuary Services Inc. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$800
Median price
$995
Typical range
$850–$995
Based on the published prices of 5 of 14 Lexington providers. Half list direct cremation between $850–$995.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kentucky Mortuary Services IncLowest price | $800 | 4★ (4) |
| 2 | Hawkins Funeral Home | $850 | 4.5★ (20) |
| 3 | Care Cremation & Funeral Service | $995 | 4.9★ (46) |
| 4 | Fender Funeral Directors | $995 | 2.8★ (27) |
| 5 | Smith & Smith Funeral Home | $1,170 | 4.3★ (8) |
| 6 | Affordable Kentucky Pet Crematory LLC | Call for pricing | 4.5★ (44) |
| 7 | Bluegrass Cremation Service, Llc | Call for pricing | 3.1★ (9) |
| 8 | Bluegrass Pet Crematorium | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (93) |
| 9 | Borden Pet Cremation Lexington | Call for pricing | 3.2★ (13) |
| 10 | Great Crossing Funeral & Cremation | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (23) |
| 11 | Kerr Brothers Funeral Home | Call for pricing | 3.7★ (27) |
| 12 | Milward Funeral Directors | Call for pricing | 5★ (10) |
| 13 | O L Hughes & Sons Mortuary | Call for pricing | 4.5★ (17) |
| 14 | Premier Mortuary Services LLC | Call for pricing | 5★ (2) |
Prices are 2026 direct cremation estimates from each provider's listing and may change. They are not quotes — always request a written, itemized price list (your right under the FTC Funeral Rule) before paying.
How to get the cheapest cremation in Lexington
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Lexington, prices for the exact same direct cremation routinely vary by $1,000 or more between providers, which is why comparing the ranked list above pays off. Dedicated cremation specialists almost always undercut full-service funeral homes for a simple cremation.
Get at least three itemized quotes, supply your own urn rather than buying the provider's, and confirm exactly what each price includes (transportation, the cremation, a basic container, permits, and return of the ashes). Our cheapest direct cremation guide and list of hidden fees to watch for walk through how to avoid overpaying.
See all options and read reviews on the main Lexington cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Kentucky guide.
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