Writing: Input Wanted Distance between the star systems Sirius and Alpha Centauri?

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The distance between the star systems Sirius and Alpha Centauri is approximately 9.5 light-years. From the perspective of Alpha Centauri, Sirius appears as a close double star with Betelgeuse, located less than a degree apart in the sky. This information supports the realism of interstellar travel in science fiction narratives, allowing for plausible changes in starship destinations.
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Need the distance between the two star systems (Sirius & Centauri) for a science fiction novel.
 
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Incidentally, viewed from Alpha Centauri, Sirius is a tight double of Betelgeuse (less than a degree distance).
 
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Thanks for the answer and the extra tip. Now I know it's 'realistic' for my starship to change destinations.
 

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