Summary: Direct cremation in Provo, Utah is $995 through Utah Simple Cremations, including the Utah state cremation permit and basic container. There is no travel surcharge because Provo is within 50 miles of our Salt Lake City crematory. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Provo, and we are approximately 45 minutes away. Call (801) 910-5317.
Provo sits at the foot of Mt. Timpanogos along the eastern shore of Utah Lake, anchored by Brigham Young University and a tight-knit community of more than 110,000 people. When a death occurs in Provo — at Utah Valley Hospital, at home anywhere in the city, or at a local hospice or care facility — Utah Simple Cremations provides 24-hour transport and a transparent $995 direct cremation. We are about 45 minutes north of Provo via I-15, within our 50-mile no-surcharge service area. We serve every Provo family the same way regardless of religious tradition, with no upsells, no chapel rental, and no funeral-director pressure.
Provo cremation pricing
Every Provo 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 Provo family. No distance surcharge.
- Utah state cremation permit
- Basic cremation container
- Transport from Provo
- 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.
Provo service facts
- County
- Utah County (see hub)
- Drive time from our crematory
- ~45 min (45 mi)
- Distance surcharge
- None — within 50 miles
- ZIP codes served
- 84601, 84602, 84603, 84604, 84605, 84606
- 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 Provo care facilities, as well as from private residences.
Utah Valley Hospital (Intermountain)
1034 N 500 W, Provo, UT 84604
Timpanogos Regional Hospital
750 W 800 N, Orem, UT 84057
Intermountain Homecare & Hospice — Utah Valley
Provo, Utah
Encompass Health Hospice
Provo, Utah
Local cemeteries for interment of cremated remains
Many Provo families choose to inter cremated remains at a local cemetery. We coordinate with all of the following:
Provo City Cemetery
610 S State St, Provo, UT 84606
East Lawn Memorial Hills
4800 N 650 E, Provo, UT 84604
Cremation vs. burial in Provo
A traditional burial in Provo 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 Provo |
|---|---|
| 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 Provo
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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 Provo — about 45 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 Provo 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 45 minutes from Provo.
Other communities near Provo we serve
Frequently asked questions — Provo
How much does direct cremation cost in Provo?
$995. The price includes the Utah state cremation permit and basic container, and there is no distance surcharge for Provo.
Do you transport from Provo hospitals and hospices?
Yes. We provide 24-hour transport from any hospital, hospice, or residence in Provo. This includes Utah Valley Hospital (Intermountain), Timpanogos Regional Hospital.
How long does cremation take in Provo?
From the time we receive your loved one, the full cremation and return of cremated remains typically takes 7 to 10 days.
Can Provo families pre-plan?
Yes. We offer pre-planning with locked-in pricing for Provo 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 Provo family, call us any time. We answer 24 hours a day.
Call (801) 910-5317