Cheapest Cremation in Columbus, OH (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Columbus starts at $795 from Shaw-Davis Funeral Homes. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shaw-Davis Funeral HomesLowest price | $795 | 4.7★ (74) |
| 2 | Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards | $995 | 4.7★ (162) |
| 3 | Scioto Valley Cremation & Memorial | $1,195 | — |
| 4 | Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society | $1,195 | 5★ (279) |
| 5 | Capital City Cremation Care | $1,295 | — |
| 6 | Buckeye Cremation Services | $1,395 | — |
| 7 | Leaf Cremation of Ohio | $1,495 | 5★ (805) |
| 8 | Graumlich Funeral Home & Cremation Services | $1,860 | 4.9★ (90) |
| 9 | Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services by SchoedingerHilltop | $2,995 | 4.8★ (63) |
| 10 | Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services by Schoedinger-North | $2,995 | 4.8★ (53) |
| 11 | Eternal Cremations of Columbus | Call for pricing | — |
| 12 | Direct Cremation | Call for pricing | — |
| 13 | Evergreen Funeral Cremation and Reception | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (99) |
| 14 | Schoedinger Pets Memorial & Cremation Services | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (524) |
| 15 | Forever Friends Columbus Pet Cremation and Memorialization | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (216) |
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 Columbus
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Columbus, 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 Columbus cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Ohio guide.
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