Cheapest Cremation in Minneapolis, MN (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Minneapolis starts at $2,005 from Estes Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$2,005
Median price
$2,245
Highest price
$3,295
Based on the published prices of 3 of 11 Minneapolis providers.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Estes Funeral Chapel & Cremation ServicesLowest price | $2,005 | 4.7★ (32) |
| 2 | Cremation Society of Minnesota | $2,245 | 4.7★ (241) |
| 3 | Bradshaw Funeral and Cremation Services | $3,295 | 4.7★ (37) |
| 4 | Cremation Society | Call for pricing | — |
| 5 | Eternal Cremations | Call for pricing | — |
| 6 | Great Cremation | Call for pricing | 5★ (1) |
| 7 | Monarch Crematory | Call for pricing | 1★ (1) |
| 8 | Simply Cremation | Call for pricing | — |
| 9 | Sunset & Kapala-Glodek Funeral Home and Sunset Cemetery | Call for pricing | 4.6★ (128) |
| 10 | SVP Cremation | Call for pricing | — |
| 11 | Tulip Cremation | Call for pricing | 4★ (12) |
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 Minneapolis
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Minnesota guide.
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