Summary: Direct cremation in Pleasant Grove, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Pleasant Grove is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Pleasant Grove, and we are approximately 38 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Pleasant Grove sits at the foot of Mt. Timpanogos in northern Utah County, a community of roughly 38,000 people known as Utah's City of Trees. When a death occurs in Pleasant Grove — at nearby American Fork Hospital or Timpanogos Regional, at home, or at a local hospice — Utah Simple Cremations provides 24-hour transport and a transparent $995 direct cremation. We are about 38 minutes from Pleasant Grove via I-15, within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area, with no upsells or hidden fees.
Pleasant Grove cremation pricing
Every Pleasant Grove 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 Pleasant Grove family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Pleasant Grove
- 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.
Pleasant Grove service facts
- County
- Utah County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~38 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 Pleasant Grove care facilities, as well as from private residences.
American Fork Hospital (Intermountain)
170 N 1100 E, American Fork, UT 84003
Timpanogos Regional Hospital (MountainStar)
750 W 800 N, Orem, UT 84057
Rocky Mountain Hospice – Utah County
Orem, Utah
Bristol Hospice
Murray, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Pleasant Grove families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Pleasant Grove City Cemetery
500 N Main St, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Lehi City Cemetery
1525 N 600 E, Lehi, UT 84043
Cremation vs. burial in Pleasant Grove
A traditional burial in Pleasant Grove 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 Pleasant Grove |
|---|---|
| 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 Pleasant Grove
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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 Pleasant Grove — about 38 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 Pleasant Grove 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 Utah County
Our crematory at 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City is about 38 minutes from Pleasant Grove.
Other communities near Pleasant Grove we serve
Frequently asked questions — Pleasant Grove
How much does direct cremation cost in Pleasant Grove?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Pleasant Grove.
Do you transport from Pleasant Grove hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Pleasant Grove. This includes American Fork Hospital (Intermountain), Timpanogos Regional Hospital (MountainStar).
How long does cremation take in Pleasant Grove?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Pleasant Grove families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Pleasant Grove 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 Pleasant Grove family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317