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Best Funeral Director in Hobart, 2026

How much does a funeral or cremation cost in Hobart? Published pricing across Hobart funeral directors ranges from $4,200 to $5,988. We rank the 7 Hobart funeral directors we cover by their published price, cheapest first, so the most affordable direct-cremation and funeral options are at the top — pricing is rare and hard-won in this industry. We also flag ownership type (independent family-owned vs the InvoCare or Propel corporate groups), AFDA peak-body membership, 24/7 availability and cultural-tradition specialty (Greek Orthodox, Catholic, Jewish, Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist). Take your time, get more than one quote, and check the AFDA member directory at afda.org.au/members. Coverage spans Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, New Town, Moonah and Bellerive.

7 providers ranked No paid placements

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Which is the best funeral director in Hobart?

Our top-ranked funeral director in Hobart for 2026 is Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care — Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care (Sorell, Hobart) is an independent family-owned funeral home. Runners-up: Millingtons Funerals and Graham Family Funerals. All 7 providers in this guide serve Hobart and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 7 providers profiled in Hobart, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

★Key takeaways

✓7 listed providers operate in Hobart, TAS (of 126 nationally).
✓Coverage focus: Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, New Town, Moonah.
✓Our #1 pick for Hobart: Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care — best for families seeking natural burial or low-environmental-impact service.
✓Hobart-specific pricing range from listed providers: $4,200 to $5,988.
✓Independent comparison, no paid placements. Last reviewed 11 June 2026.

7 Verified Funeral Directors in Hobart, Ranked

Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care

Independent family-owned Transparent pricing Available 24/7 Sorell

Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care (Sorell, Hobart) is an independent family-owned funeral home. Direct cremation from $4,200.

From (direct cremation)

$4,200

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Direct Cremation, Eco / Natural Burial, Memorial Service, Traditional Cremation.

Best for: Families seeking natural burial or low-environmental-impact service

Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care is an independent family-owned funeral director in Sorell, Hobart. Services include direct cremation, eco / natural burial, memorial service.

Funeral home website → 0458 002 151

Note: Sourced + verified from https://www.maryeleanor.com.au/direct-cremations. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

Millingtons Funerals

Propel Funeral Partners AFDA member Transparent pricing Available 24/7 Hobart

Millingtons Funerals runs an Propel Funeral Partners brand from Hobart. AFDA member. Direct cremation from $5,988.

From (direct cremation)

$5,988

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Traditional Burial, Traditional Cremation, Direct Cremation, Memorial Service, Prepaid Plans.

Best for: Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises

Millingtons Funerals is an Propel-owned funeral director in Hobart, Hobart. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Funeral home website → (03) 6278 1244 Verify on AFDA register ↗

Note: Sourced + verified from https://www.millingtons.com.au/funerals/our-fees/. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

Graham Family Funerals

Independent family-owned AFDA member Available 24/7 New Town

Graham Family Funerals is an independent family-owned funeral home based in New Town. AFDA member.

From (direct cremation)

On enquiry

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Traditional Burial, Traditional Cremation, Direct Cremation, Memorial Service, Prepaid Plans.

Best for: Families wanting a family-owned alternative to corporate chains

Graham Family Funerals is an independent family-owned funeral director in New Town, Hobart. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Funeral home website → (03) 6278 2722 Verify on AFDA register ↗

Note: Sourced + verified from https://www.grahamfamilyfunerals.com.au/about-us. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

Turnbull Funerals

InvoCare-owned AFDA member Transparent pricing Available 24/7 North Hobart

Turnbull Funerals, in North Hobart, Hobart, operates as an InvoCare-group funeral brand. AFDA member.

From (direct cremation)

On enquiry

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Traditional Burial, Traditional Cremation, Direct Cremation, Memorial Service, Prepaid Plans.

Best for: Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises

Turnbull Funerals is an InvoCare-owned funeral director in North Hobart, Hobart. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Funeral home website → (03) 6234 4711 Verify on AFDA register ↗

Note: Sourced + verified from https://www.turnbullfunerals.com.au/about-us/. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

White Lady Funerals North Hobart

InvoCare-owned AFDA member Transparent pricing Available 24/7 North Hobart

White Lady Funerals North Hobart (North Hobart, Hobart) is an InvoCare-group funeral brand. AFDA member.

From (direct cremation)

On enquiry

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Traditional Burial, Traditional Cremation, Direct Cremation, Memorial Service, Prepaid Plans.

Best for: Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises

White Lady Funerals North Hobart is an InvoCare-owned funeral director in North Hobart, Hobart. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Funeral home website → (03) 6234 4700 Verify on AFDA register ↗

Note: Sourced + verified from https://www.funeralsdirect.com.au/tas/north-hobart/white-lady-funerals-north-hobart-north-hobart-tas. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

Simplicity Funerals Glenorchy

InvoCare-owned AFDA member Transparent pricing Available 24/7 Glenorchy

Simplicity Funerals Glenorchy runs an InvoCare-group funeral brand from Glenorchy. AFDA member.

From (direct cremation)

On enquiry

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Traditional Burial, Traditional Cremation, Direct Cremation, Memorial Service, Prepaid Plans.

Best for: Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises

Simplicity Funerals Glenorchy is an InvoCare-owned funeral director in Glenorchy, Hobart. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Funeral home website → (03) 6251 1065 Verify on AFDA register ↗

Note: Sourced + verified from https://www.simplicityfunerals.com.au/locations/tas/glenorchy/. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

Phillip Stephens Funerals

Independent family-owned Available 24/7 Mornington

Phillip Stephens Funerals is an independent family-owned funeral home based in Mornington.

From (direct cremation)

On enquiry

Founded

Not stated

Industry body

AFDA-listed where shown

Services: Traditional Burial, Traditional Cremation, Direct Cremation, Memorial Service, Prepaid Plans.

Best for: Families wanting a family-owned alternative to corporate chains

Phillip Stephens Funerals is an independent family-owned funeral director in Mornington, Hobart. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Funeral home website → (03) 6245 0544

Note: Sourced + verified from https://psfunerals.com/contact-us/. Confirm current pricing with the funeral home.

Funeral Director in Hobart, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider ⇅	Price range ⇅	Service coverage ⇅	Best for ⇅
Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care	From $4200 (direct cremation)	Independent	Families seeking natural burial or low-environmental-impact service
Millingtons Funerals	From $5988 (direct cremation)	AFDA member	Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises
Graham Family Funerals	Pricing on enquiry	AFDA member	Families wanting a family-owned alternative to corporate chains
Turnbull Funerals	Pricing on enquiry	AFDA member	Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises
White Lady Funerals North Hobart	Pricing on enquiry	AFDA member	Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises
Simplicity Funerals Glenorchy	Pricing on enquiry	AFDA member	Families wanting upfront pricing with no surprises
Phillip Stephens Funerals	Pricing on enquiry	Independent	Families wanting a family-owned alternative to corporate chains

Pricing and availability data checked against public sources at time of publication. We do not host first-party reviews; star ratings have been removed from this directory pending a moderated review-collection process.

How we rank funeral director in Hobart

We rank providers on objective, publicly verifiable signals — never on star reviews, which we do not collect on this site. We weight regulator registration and credentials (the relevant Australian body for this profession), information transparency (published fees, clear scope), specialisation and service coverage, and operating track record. Compare Funeral Directors does not accept payment to feature or rank providers; where referral fees apply, they are disclosed in our footer and do not affect position.

Common questions

FAQs: funeral director in Hobart

Who is the best funeral director in Hobart?

Our 2026 ranking puts Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care first for Hobart, best for families seeking natural burial or low-environmental-impact service. We rank on verifiable credentials, information transparency and service coverage — not paid placement. "Best" depends on your specific needs, so use our ranking criteria below and compare 2–3 before committing.

How much do funeral directors cost in Hobart?

Services typically cost between $1,800 and $7,500 in Hobart in 2026, depending on scope, provider seniority, and specialisation. Most providers offer free initial quotes; comparing 3 or more before committing is a common consumer approach.

How quickly can I get a quote in Hobart?

Most funeral directors in Hobart respond to quote requests within 24 hours, and many within the same business day. Submitting your requirements once through a comparison service like Compare Funeral Directors returns up to 3 quotes in under a minute.

How much does a funeral cost in Australia?

Traditional funeral with burial: $9,000-$18,000. Traditional with cremation: $5,500-$13,000. Direct cremation (no service): $1,800-$4,500. Costs vary significantly by location (Sydney highest), coffin choice ($800-$8,000), cemetery plot fees ($1,500-$25,000), and service venue. Get itemised quotes from 2-3 funeral directors before deciding — costs can be negotiated, especially for non-traditional services. Funeral bonds and prepaid plans lock in current prices.

What's included in a funeral director's service fee?

Standard inclusions: collection of deceased, preparation/embalming if required, refrigeration, paperwork (death registration, cremation permits, etc.), liaison with cemetery/crematorium, organisation of service venue, hearse, viewing arrangements, professional staff on day of service, coordination with celebrant or clergy. NOT included (separate costs): coffin/casket, cemetery plot or cremation fees, flowers, newspaper notices, catering, celebrant fees, transportation for family. Always request itemised quotes.

Can I have a funeral without a funeral director?

Legally yes in Australia, though logistically challenging. Some families do this for cultural reasons or significant cost savings. Requirements: collect/transport the deceased, arrange refrigeration (mandatory in most states), obtain death certificate, lodge with Births Deaths and Marriages, arrange cremation/burial, comply with public health regulations. Costs reduce to ~$1,500-$3,500 (mostly cremation/burial fees). Better suited to small intimate gatherings, often religious or alternative communities. The Natural Death Centre (naturaldeath.org.au) provides guidance.

What is a prepaid funeral and is it worth it?

Prepaid funerals lock in today's prices for a future funeral, paid upfront ($5,000-$15,000) or via instalments. Funds held in trust under Australian regulation. Benefits: protection against inflation (funeral costs rise 4-7% annually), assets-test exempt for Centrelink (up to $15,500), removes financial burden from family, ensures your wishes are followed. Choose a long-established provider with strong financial backing. Compare against funeral bonds (more flexibility on provider but no service guarantee) and life insurance (separate from funeral pricing).

How do I find an affordable funeral director?

Get itemised quotes from 3+ providers including: large national chains (Simplicity Funerals, Bare Cremation), local family-run businesses, and budget operators. Direct cremation (Bare Cremation) is the lowest cost at $1,995-$4,495. For full services, ask about: package deals (often save 20%), off-peak service times (lower venue fees), simpler coffins (the most marked-up item), reducing optional extras (limousines, premium flowers). Centrelink may help cover funeral costs for low-income families ($800-$2,500 funeral assistance).

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