At Stelae we will explain the factors that influence the price of a cremation with burial. We will also look at the advantages of choosing this option. How much does a cremation with burial cost?
What is a cremation with burial?
When a loved one is cremated, there is a choice between a direct cremation or other options. One of these options is a cremation with burial of the ashes. This consists of the interment of the deceased’s ashes in a final resting place, which may be a columbarium or some other innovative form of burial site.
Differences from other types of burial
The main difference between a cremation burial and a conventional burial is how the deceased is handled beforehand, i.e. the cremation process itself.
In addition, once the family has the ashes of their loved one, the burial units are smaller in size, so the cost of providing them is also lower than that of a grave, for example.
Factors influencing the price of a cremation with burial
When considering the cost of a cremation with burial, there are a number of factors that can influence the final price.
Costs of the cremation service
The main factor influencing the price is the cost of the cremation service. These include a number of mandatory costs:
- The cremation process itself.
- Transfer to the crematorium.
- The cremation coffin.
- The urn.
- Sending the ashes to relatives.
- Legal fees and permits.
Extra services and personalisation
Choosing a funeral company that offers the greatest degree of personalisation allows you to choose the services that the family really wants to have, bearing in mind that each additional service will also influence the final price. Such funeral services include:
- Funeral home.
- Flowers.
- Obituaries
- Programme handouts.
- Burial site.
Approximate prices of a cremation with burial
As mentioned above, there are various factors that determine the cost of a cremation with burial. Thus, any prices we discuss are approximate.
How much does a basic cremation with burial cost?
When choosing a basic cremation service with burial, the price is more affordable. At Stelae we offer families several options to suit different preferences and budgets.
The price of the grave with direct cremation can range from 2,100 to 2,445 euros, depending on the option chosen by the family.
Prices for a cremation with burial with additional services
As discussed above, additional funeral services can increase the final cost. At Stelae we offer families the opportunity to transfer the ashes of their loved one to another municipality, autonomous community or even another country, both within and outside Europe.
Among the different options available, the transfer of the ashes is priced between 2,495 and 3,495 euros at Stelae.
Why choose a cremation with burial?
One reason for choosing cremation with burial instead of a conventional burial is that it is cheaper. However, there are other reasons as well:
- It is a more hygienic option.
- It offers flexibility in the choice of the final destination for the ashes of our loved one.
- It takes up less space in cemeteries.
- The environmental impact is lower.
- It has lower maintenance costs.
- It is an option accepted by most religions.
Flexibility and memorial options
One of the main reasons for choosing a cremation with burial is that there is more flexibility in the choice of destination for the ashes of a loved one. This includes the traditional columbarium or more innovative and sustainable options such as those we offer at Stelae at our Roques Blanques Regional Cemetery.
The ecological benefits of cremation with burial
Cremation with burial is a more environmentally friendly option because of the more advanced technologies now used during the process to minimise the emission of pollutants.
In addition, biodegradable urns are used to reduce the environmental impact. Options are also available from Stelae which involve scattering the ashes in an environmentally friendly manner in ecological areas of the cemetery.
Frequently asked questions about the price of a cremation with burial
Does the price of a cremation with burial vary from region to region?
The cost of a cremation with burial can vary from one location to another due to municipal fees. This is dependent on the individual cemeteries and municipalities. It is also possible that funeral services in each region may be more or less expensive due to the chosen funeral company, regardless of whether it is a large city or not.
What services are included in the price of a cremation with burial?
Stelae services include the direct cremation in the price. This includes basic services such as transfer to the crematorium, legal formalities, and the safekeeping and delivery of the ashes to the next of kin. In addition, burial services can be added from a range of options available, so the type of burial included will depend on the option chosen by the family.
How long does the cremation with burial process take?
The cremation process itself can take about three hours, but, legally, you must wait at least 24 hours from the time of death before proceeding. In addition, in Spain the maximum time to bury a person in normal circumstances is 48 hours, so the whole process will take between 24 and 48 hours.
Can I choose the urn I want for the burial?
At Stelae we offer different choices of urns for ashes depending on the cremation with burial ashes option you select.
