How much do wedding invitations cost for a small intimate wedding?

Short answer

For a small intimate wedding, costs are lower because you order fewer cards, but the per-card price may be higher. You can still keep it cheap by using digital invites or printing at home. Expect to pay less overall than for a large wedding.

A small wedding, say under 30 guests, means you might only need 15 to 25 invitations. The total cost will be lower than for a big wedding, but the price per card can be higher because print shops often have minimum order quantities or setup fees. That is why it is worth asking about small-run pricing.

Your cheapest option is digital invitations, which cost nothing for the cards themselves, just your time. If you want paper, printing at home on good card is very affordable for a small number. You can also buy a small pack of premium blank cards and print or handwrite the details yourself.

For a slightly more polished look, use a local print shop that offers short runs. Ask if they charge a setup fee and whether that is worth it for your quantity. You might find that ordering 30 cards costs only a little more than 15, so you could keep spares or send invitations to close family who are not attending.

Keep the design simple and elegant. With fewer cards, you can afford a nicer paper or a small special touch like a coloured envelope liner, without breaking your budget.