Cheapest Cremation in Nashville, TN (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Nashville starts at $945 from Nashville Funeral and Cremation. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville Funeral and CremationLowest price | $945 | 4.9★ (142) |
| 2 | Ellis Funeral Home & Cremation Service Nashville | $1,090 | 4.7★ (83) |
| 3 | Cumberland Cremation Care | $1,195 | — |
| 4 | Music City Cremation Services | $1,295 | — |
| 5 | Volunteer State Memorial Cremation | $1,395 | — |
| 6 | Smith Funeral Directors | $1,595 | 4.4★ (48) |
| 7 | Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery | $2,045 | 4.9★ (353) |
| 8 | Nashville Cremation Center | $2,720 | 4.9★ (70) |
| 9 | The Cremation Company | Call for pricing | 5★ (43) |
| 10 | Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services | Call for pricing | 5★ (87) |
| 11 | Nashville Pet Crematory | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (223) |
| 12 | Premier Funeral & Cremation Services | Call for pricing | 5★ (5) |
| 13 | Faithful Companion Pet Cremation Services | Call for pricing | 4.9★ (241) |
| 14 | Music City Mortuary | Call for pricing | 4.2★ (18) |
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 Nashville
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Nashville, 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 Nashville cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Tennessee guide.
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