Funeral provider · Hercules, CA

Tulip Cremation

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Tulip Cremation is a direct cremation service provider serving Northern California with online and phone-based arrangements. The company operates locally owned facilities and offers transparent pricing starting at $1,295, positioning itself as a lower-cost alternative to traditional funeral homes with no hidden fees.

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Starting price: $995

About Tulip Cremation

Tulip Cremation provides simple direct cremation services arranged online or by phone, with a care team available 24/7. The company emphasizes transparent pricing with no hidden fees and operates locally owned cremation facilities in Northern California. Services include secure transportation, death registration and permitting, private cremation, and return of ashes via USPS Priority Mail Express. Tulip also offers preplanned arrangements with payment plan options and an "Away From Home Assurance" membership for those passing 75+ miles from their legal residence.

Tulip Cremation prices

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Service prices
Simple Direct Cremation	$1,295
Preplanned Direct Cremation	$995

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Tulip Cremation packages

Simple Direct Cremation

$1,295

Secure transportation into care from place of passing
Registration of passing and obtaining necessary permits
Private, respectful cremation
Safe return of ashes via USPS Priority Mail Express

Starting price for Northern California. Prices vary by state.

Preplanned Direct Cremation

$995

Secure transportation into care from place of passing
Registration of passing and obtaining necessary permits
Private, respectful cremation
Safe return of ashes via USPS Priority Mail Express or unwitnessed scattering at sea

Starting price of $995 in AZ. Prices vary by state. Includes payment plan option (36-month available). 30-day refund guarantee.

Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.

Services offered

Funeral homes

Facilities

On-site crematory

Payment & financing

Payment plans

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Direct cremation services
Online arrangements
Preplanned cremation
Away from home repatriation services

Where is Tulip Cremation?

Hercules, CA

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Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Tulip Cremation reviews

Updated July 2026

4.6

904 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.6 from 904 reviews on google

What funeral homes prices usually include

General context, not specific to Tulip Cremation: a typical funeral homes price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
Transfer of the deceased into their care
Coordination of permits and paperwork
Use of facilities for a viewing or service
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Usually extra

A casket, urn, or burial vault
A cemetery plot or cremation fee
Flowers, catering, and obituary notices
Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

How much does simple direct cremation cost at Tulip Cremation?

Tulip Cremation lists simple direct cremation at $1,295. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does preplanned direct cremation cost at Tulip Cremation?

Tulip Cremation lists preplanned direct cremation at $995. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

What services does Tulip Cremation offer?

Tulip Cremation offers funeral homes. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Tulip Cremation located?

Tulip Cremation is located in Hercules, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Tulip Cremation give me an itemized price list?

Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.