Summary: Direct cremation in Herriman, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Herriman is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Herriman, and we are approximately 28 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Herriman is one of the fastest-growing cities in Utah, a community of more than 60,000 people in the southwest corner of the Salt Lake Valley against the Oquirrh Mountains. When a death occurs in Herriman — at nearby Intermountain Riverton Hospital, at home, or at a local care facility — Utah Simple Cremations responds 24 hours a day with a transparent $995 direct cremation and no distance surcharge. We are about 28 minutes from Herriman, well within our 50-mile service area, and your loved one never leaves our care from receipt through the return of their cremated remains.
Herriman cremation pricing
Every Herriman family pays the same base price. No upsells, no hidden fees.
Direct Cremation
Plus applicable Utah sales tax.
Individuals over 200 lbs require a larger container at a higher price.
Same base price for every Herriman family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Herriman
- The cremation itself
- Return of cremated remains
See the full price list
Our General Price List shows every add-on, and the cremation packages page covers the cemetery niche option.
Cremation with cemetery niche — from $2150.
Herriman service facts
- County
- Salt Lake County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~28 min ( mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- Direct cremation price
- $995 base price (+ applicable tax)
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Hospitals and hospices we transport from
24-hour transport from any of these Herriman care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Intermountain Riverton Hospital
3741 W 12600 S, Riverton, UT 84065
Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley
3580 W 9000 S, West Jordan, UT 84088
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice
Salt Lake City, Utah
Bristol Hospice — Utah
Murray, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Herriman families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Herriman City Cemetery
12465 S Pioneer St, Herriman, UT 84096
Riverton City Cemetery
1500 W 13200 S, Riverton, UT 84065
Cremation vs. burial in Herriman
A traditional burial in Herriman typically runs $10,000–$15,000 once you include the casket, vault, plot, headstone, embalming, viewing, and funeral service. A direct cremation through Utah Simple Cremations is $995 — a difference of roughly 90%.
| Service | Typical cost in Herriman |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation (USC) | $995 |
| Cremation with cemetery niche | ~$2150 |
| Traditional funeral and burial | $10,000–$15,000+ |
See our full cost comparison for the detailed breakdown.
What to do when a death occurs in Herriman
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Call us
Call (801) 910-5317 any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
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We dispatch transport
We dispatch transport from Salt Lake City to Herriman — about 28 minutes — with no distance surcharge.
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We handle the paperwork
Death certificate, Utah state cremation permit, and any other required forms.
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Return of cremated remains
Within 7–10 days, in a temporary container or any urn you select.
See our full When Death Occurs guide.
Why Herriman families choose Utah Simple Cremations
Transparent $995 pricing
All-inclusive base cremation. No upsells or hidden fees.
On-site crematory
Your loved one never leaves our care.
ID protocol
Documented chain of identification from receipt through return of cremated remains.
24-hour availability
Day, night, weekends, and holidays.
Independently operated
We focus exclusively on simple, dignified cremation.
Local to Salt Lake County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 28 minutes from Herriman.
Other communities near Herriman we serve
Frequently asked questions — Herriman
How much does direct cremation cost in Herriman?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Herriman.
Do you transport from Herriman hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Herriman. This includes Intermountain Riverton Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley.
How long does cremation take in Herriman?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Herriman families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Herriman families. Call (801) 910-5317 to get started.
Speak with a Cremation Specialist
If you have questions or would like to begin arrangements for a Herriman family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317